Dairy Free Paleo Margarita
A classic margarita is already a crowd-pleaser, but this version takes things up a notch by swapping out the usual triple sec and simple syrup for fresh orange juice and a quick honey syrup you make yourself. The result is a bright, citrus-forward cocktail that feels a little more natural and a lot more vibrant than anything you'd pour from a bottle. Since honey replaces refined sugar and every ingredient here is plant-based, there's nothing to second-guess ā no hidden dairy, no mystery additives, just clean, real-deal flavors. The honey syrup comes together in about two minutes on the stovetop, and once it's cool, you're basically just shaking and pouring. Blanco tequila made from 100% agave keeps things pure and lets the fresh lime and orange juice really shine. Whether you salt the rim or keep it clean, this is the kind of drink that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did.
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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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