Citric Acid Free Paleo Margarita
A classic margarita sounds simple enough, but most commercial mixes and even some bar-made versions sneak in citric acid as a preservative or flavor booster ā which makes enjoying one a real challenge if you're avoiding it. This version keeps things completely clean by relying on freshly squeezed lime and orange juice for all that bright, tangy flavor, with no additives or shortcuts in sight. A quick honey syrup made from just honey and water replaces the typical simple syrup, adding a subtle floral sweetness that actually makes the drink taste more interesting than the standard recipe. The 100% agave blanco tequila brings clean, crisp heat that lets every natural ingredient shine. Shaking it hard over ice for a full 15ā20 seconds gets the drink properly cold and perfectly diluted, so it hits the glass tasting like something from a really good cocktail bar. Rim the glass with coarse salt if you like that contrast, or keep it bare ā either way, this is a genuinely satisfying cocktail that doesn't ask you to compromise on anything.
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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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