Nightshade 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 concerns. Traditional cocktail mixers and bottled margarita mixes are notorious for sneaking in additives and sweeteners that can be tricky to vet, so making your own from scratch is genuinely the smarter move. Here, a quick honey syrup replaces refined sugar or store-bought simple syrup, giving the drink a subtle floral sweetness that actually elevates the whole thing. Fresh lime juice and a splash of orange juice do the heavy lifting on flavor, keeping everything clean and vibrant. A good 100% agave blanco tequila ties it all together ā no fillers, no mystery ingredients. Shake it hard until the shaker frosts over, strain it over fresh ice, and you've got a cocktail that tastes like it came from a seriously good bar. Salt the rim or skip it, but either way this one is worth making on repeat.
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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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