Pistachio Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
This bright, citrusy cocktail is everything a great margarita should be ā tart, a little sweet, and seriously refreshing. Instead of the sugary triple sec or store-bought sour mix that usually sneaks into the glass, the sweetness here comes from a quick honey syrup made with just honey and water, keeping things clean and wholesome. Fresh lime juice and a splash of orange juice do all the heavy lifting on flavor, so every sip tastes vibrant and real rather than artificial. The whole thing comes together in minutes once your honey syrup has cooled ā shake it hard over ice until the shaker frosts up, and you're basically already there. A salted rim and a wedge of lime on the side make it feel properly dressed up without any extra effort. It's the kind of drink that works just as well for a casual weeknight wind-down as it does for a backyard gathering where you want to impress without stressing.
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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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