Pecan Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita is the kind of drink that tastes like a warm evening on a patio. Instead of relying on sugary store-bought mixers that can hide all kinds of questionable additives, this version keeps things clean with fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, and a quick honey syrup you whip up in under two minutes. The honey dissolves into water over gentle heat, giving you just enough natural sweetness to balance the tart citrus without overwhelming the blanco tequila. Shaking everything hard over ice until the shaker frosts up is the move ā it chills and dilutes the drink to that perfect, smooth consistency. A salted rim and a lime wedge on the glass make it feel genuinely bar-worthy, even when you're just making it at home. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so you can sip without a second thought.
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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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