High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Paleo Margarita
A classic margarita is one of those drinks that should be simple, but a surprising number of bar mixes and bottled versions sneak in processed sweeteners that have no business being in your glass. This version keeps things clean and genuinely delicious by swapping the usual syrup for a quick homemade honey syrup ā just honey and water stirred together in a saucepan until smooth. The result is a naturally sweet, bright cocktail built on 100% agave blanco tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and a splash of real orange juice. No artificial shortcuts, no mystery ingredients ā just the kind of margarita that actually tastes like the fruit it's made from. Shaking it hard over ice for a full 15 to 20 seconds gets everything perfectly chilled and slightly frothy, which makes a real difference in the final texture. A salted rim and a fresh lime wedge on the glass are optional, but they take the whole experience from weeknight treat to something that feels genuinely celebratory. It's the kind of cocktail you'll want to make again the moment the last sip is gone.
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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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