Because water is great. Sparkling too.

But sometimes, a lady needs something a little more out of her drink.

A little more festive. A little more fun. A little more bright. And spicy.

Something that says: Hey. I’m here, life. Let’s do this thing.

Because, with or without the cocktail part, there’s something to be said about sitting down with a beautiful glass, garnished well, and just taking a little pause in the day.

To relax, to recalibrate, or to celebrate. #dailyjoys, in other words. Which we all need- and daily. Especially if you’re wanting a healthy, vibrant and happy life.

That could be your smoothie. Your green juice. Your sparkling water with fruit.

Or, a great fun mocktail like this one. Slash cocktail.

You know. No judgement here. I love them all.

And I can’t stop making this one.

No sugar even needed.

Spicy Cilantro Limeade

Makes 2 servings

1/2 cup cilantro leaves

2 limes, juices

2-4 slices serrano pepper

3 oz good quality tequila

1 1/2 oz cointreau (or 1/2 orange juiced for a mocktail version)

1/4 cup sparkling water (I love the coconut LaCroix flavor here)

ice

 

Juice 2 limes, and add all ingredients (except the sparkling water) to a shaker with ice.

Pour cocktails into two glasses with ice, splitting equally.  Garnish the cilantro sprigs and a lime peel or wedge.

Also great with a splash of coconut milk and pineapple juice (I like this one). Or coconut water too.

Try this! Then tell me know how it goes in the comments below.

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