High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Ripe mango, fresh citrus, a drizzle of honey, and good blanco tequila — that's genuinely all the sweetness this cocktail needs. Most store-bought margarita mixes are loaded with corn syrup and artificial flavoring, so making one from scratch is the cleanest way to get a truly vibrant, fruit-forward drink. Blending the mango with honey and a pinch of sea salt before adding the spirits creates a silky purée that carries real tropical depth, and straining it through a fine mesh sieve gives the final pour a smooth, restaurant-quality texture. The fresh lime and orange juice keep everything bright and balanced without any processed sweeteners sneaking in. A salted rim and a fresh mango garnish make it feel like a proper cocktail hour moment, whether you're hosting or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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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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