Without a doubt, the toughest part of the weight loss challenge is limiting cocktail time. But I’ve come up with a few rules so I can rationalize keeping cocktails in my diet:
Include fruit (fruit juice acceptable, but not preferred).
All mixers must be calorie free.
Follow these rules and I can have a cocktail, or maybe two, with just a little less guilt.
Red Berry Rita was created in honor of upcoming Cinco De Mayo and of course
the NJ Devils successful first playoff round. Go Devils!
2 ripe strawberries, cut up
1 ounce Don Julio or Patron Tequila
1/2 ounce Contreau
2 ounces club soda or seltzer
honey or stevia to taste, optional
ice
Muddle strawberries in a glass. Add remaining ingredients and fill with ice. Garnish with orange wedge and strawberry.
Cheers!
