What does "skinny" refer to in beverage preparation?

"Skinny" in beverage preparation typically refers to drinks that are made with fewer calories by omitting or reducing high-calorie ingredients, particularly sugar and fat. This often translates to using sugar-free syrups and non-fat dairy options. When customers order a "skinny" beverage, they are usually looking for a lighter version that maintains the essential flavors but without the additional caloric content that comes from sugar and full-fat dairy.

In this context, other options like low calorie and high protein or half sweet with cream don’t align with the common understanding of "skinny," because those do not specifically denote the primary focus on eliminating or reducing sugar and fat. Organic and naturally sweetened, while appealing, also does not fit the definition of "skinny" as it does not address the calorie reduction aspect that is key to the term.