Oats Free Paleo Margarita
A well-made margarita is one of life's great pleasures, and this version delivers that perfect balance of tart, sweet, and boozy in every sip. Instead of reaching for a store-bought mix loaded with mystery ingredients, this recipe keeps things clean and simple ā fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, 100% agave blanco tequila, and a quick honey syrup you whip up in about two minutes on the stovetop. That homemade honey syrup is the real secret here, dissolving smoothly into the shaker and giving the drink a natural, floral sweetness that bottled sour mix just can't match. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything down fast and gives you that satisfying frosty shaker moment before you strain it into a salt-rimmed glass. The salt rim is optional, but it adds a savory contrast that makes the citrus pop in the best possible way. This is the kind of cocktail you'll want to make on repeat ā simple enough for a Tuesday night, impressive enough for a dinner party.
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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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