Celery Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this skinny margarita is the kind of cocktail that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. Instead of reaching for a sugary store-bought mix loaded with mystery ingredients, you're building everything from scratch with blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, and a splash of orange juice. A quick honey syrup made from just honey and water steps in as the sweetener, keeping things clean and naturally derived without any refined sugar. The result is a balanced, tangy drink that feels indulgent but sits surprisingly easy. Shaking it over ice until the shaker frosts over is a small step that makes a real difference ā it chills and dilutes the cocktail to just the right point. Whether you salt the rim or keep it plain, this is the kind of pour that works equally well for a solo weeknight wind-down or a backyard gathering.
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2 servings
For the honey syrup
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp water
For the margarita
- 3 oz blanco tequila
- 2 oz fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 cup ice cubes
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 1ā2 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 2 minutes before using.
- 2
If salting the rims, run a lime wedge around the edge of each glass, then press the rim into a shallow plate of coarse salt to coat.
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