Nutmeg Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita is the kind of drink that tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. Instead of leaning on sugary store-bought mixes ā which can hide all kinds of unexpected additives ā this version keeps things clean with blanco tequila, fresh-squeezed lime and orange juice, and a quick honey syrup you whip up in under two minutes. That little homemade syrup is the secret weapon: just honey and water stirred together over low heat, giving you a natural sweetness that balances the citrus without any of the syrupy heaviness. The result is a cocktail that's genuinely crisp and tangy, not cloying. Shaking it hard over ice until the shaker frosts up is a small step that makes a real difference in texture, so don't skip it. A salted rim and a fresh lime wedge on the glass turn this into something that looks and tastes like it came from a proper cocktail bar.
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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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