Celery Free Paleo Margarita
A classic margarita is one of those drinks that feels like pure celebration in a glass, and this version delivers all that bright, citrusy magic without any of the usual shortcuts. Instead of reaching for a sugary store-bought mix, you make a quick honey syrup on the stovetop ā just honey and water stirred together until smooth ā which gives the cocktail a natural, floral sweetness that triple sec simply can't match. Fresh lime juice and a splash of fresh orange juice do the heavy lifting on flavor, so every sip tastes clean and vibrant rather than artificially tart. The whole thing comes together in a cocktail shaker in under a minute once your syrup is ready, making it genuinely easy to pull off for a crowd or just a quiet evening at home. A salted rim and a lime wedge on the glass are optional, but they take the presentation from casual to seriously impressive. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from hidden additives, so you can sip with total confidence.
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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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