BHA & BHT Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Ripe mango, fresh citrus, good tequila, and a touch of honey — that's genuinely all you need for a margarita that tastes like a tropical vacation in a glass. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which means none of the synthetic preservatives that sneak into bottled mixers, pre-made sour mixes, or flavored spirits ever make it into your cup. Blending the mango with honey and sea salt first creates a naturally sweet, velvety purée that carries the tequila and citrus beautifully without any artificial shortcuts. Straining through a fine mesh sieve gives the final drink a silky, clean texture that feels genuinely cocktail-bar worthy. The salt rim is optional but highly recommended — it's just sea salt and a fresh lime wedge, keeping everything exactly as clean as the rest of the recipe. Serve it over fresh ice with a slice of mango on the rim and it looks as impressive as it tastes.
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2 servings
- 1 cup fresh mango, cubed (from about 1 large ripe mango)
- 3 oz (6 tbsp) blanco tequila
- 2 oz (4 tbsp) fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 oz (2 tbsp) fresh orange juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more for rimming
- 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving
For serving
- lime wedges, for rimming and garnish (optional)
- fresh mango slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
If salting the rims, run a lime wedge around the edge of each rocks glass, then press the rim into a small plate of fine sea salt to coat. Fill the glasses with fresh ice and set aside.
- 2
Combine the mango cubes, honey, and 1/4 tsp sea salt in a blender and blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds. The purée should be thick and uniform with no visible chunks.
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