Emulsifier Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Ripe mango, fresh citrus, good tequila, and a drizzle of honey — this frozen-style margarita is the kind of drink that makes a warm evening feel like a proper occasion. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which means no hidden additives, stabilizers, or emulsifiers sneaking into your glass the way they can in store-bought cocktail mixes and flavored syrups. The mango and honey blend into a naturally thick, luscious purée that gives the drink its body without needing anything artificial to hold it together. Straining the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer is the move that takes it from smoothie territory to genuinely cocktail-worthy — silky, frothy, and beautifully balanced. Fresh lime and orange juice keep the citrus bright and punchy, while a salted rim adds that classic contrast that makes every sip pop. It's the kind of recipe that proves clean drinking doesn't mean compromising on flavor or fun.
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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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