Almond Free Paleo Margarita
A well-made margarita is one of life's great pleasures, and this version delivers the real deal ā bright, citrusy, and perfectly balanced without any of the artificial sweeteners or mystery syrups hiding in bar pours. Instead of the usual triple sec or orange liqueur, fresh-squeezed orange juice brings a natural, fruity lift that pairs beautifully with the lime. The sweetness comes from a quick honey syrup that takes just a couple of minutes on the stovetop, giving you clean flavor and full control over how sweet your drink gets. A 100% agave blanco tequila keeps everything pure and grain-free, so this cocktail fits comfortably into a paleo lifestyle without any compromise on taste. Shaking it hard over ice for a full 15 to 20 seconds is the move ā you want that shaker frosty on the outside so the drink comes out perfectly chilled and slightly diluted in all the right ways. A salted rim and a fresh lime wedge are optional but honestly make it feel like you're sitting at a very good restaurant. Mix up a batch for taco night or just because it's been that kind of week.
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2 servings
For the honey syrup
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp water
For the margarita
- 4 oz blanco tequila (100% agave)
- 2 oz fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 Ā½ tbsp honey syrup (from above)
- 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving
For serving
- coarse salt, for rimming (optional)
- 2 lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey and water in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring until the honey is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 2ā3 minutes before using. You will have about 3 tbsp of honey syrup; use 1 1/2 tbsp for this recipe and reserve the rest.
- 2
If rimming the glasses, run a lime wedge around the rim of each rocks glass, then press the rim into a small plate of coarse salt to coat.
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