Paraben Free Paleo Mango Margarita
Ripe mango, fresh citrus, good tequila, and a drizzle of honey — this blended margarita is the kind of drink that tastes like a vacation in a glass. Every ingredient here is whole and recognizable, which matters when you're trying to avoid the synthetic preservatives and chemical additives that sneak into so many store-bought mixers and flavored spirits. There's no sour mix, no artificial sweetener, and nothing that requires a label check — just real fruit doing all the heavy lifting. Blending the mango with honey and sea salt first creates a silky purée that gives the drink its gorgeous color and natural sweetness, while straining it through a fine mesh sieve keeps the texture smooth and cocktail-worthy. Fresh lime and orange juice bring the brightness, and the salt-rimmed glass ties everything together with that classic margarita finish. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing pour that feels indulgent without any of the questionable ingredients you'd rather skip.
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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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