Black Pepper Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Tropical, bright, and genuinely refreshing, this blended mango margarita is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a celebration. Ripe mango gets blended with honey, fresh lime juice, and a splash of orange juice before meeting a generous pour of blanco tequila — the result is fruity without being cloying, and the citrus keeps everything lively and balanced. A fine mesh strainer removes the fibrous pulp so the final pour is silky-smooth and beautifully vibrant in the glass. The only seasoning here is a pinch of fine sea salt, which enhances the fruit and rounds out the tequila — no spice blends, no hidden additives, nothing that would raise a red flag for anyone avoiding black pepper. Cocktails can be surprisingly tricky territory when you're navigating spice sensitivities, especially with pre-made mixes that sneak in unexpected seasonings, so blending your own from scratch is genuinely the way to go. Garnish with a fresh mango slice and a salted rim for a presentation that looks like it came straight from a beach bar menu.
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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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