Tree Nut Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita skips the sugary store-bought mix entirely and lets real ingredients do the heavy lifting. Fresh lime juice and a splash of orange juice bring natural tartness and sweetness, while a quick honey syrup made from just honey and water keeps things clean and simple. Blanco tequila ties it all together for a cocktail that tastes like it came from a good bar ā not a bottle of neon-green mix. Since every ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, there's zero guesswork or label-reading involved. The honey syrup comes together in under two minutes on the stovetop, and the rest is just a good hard shake until the shaker frosts over. Salt the rim if you're feeling festive, squeeze in a lime wedge, and you've got a genuinely satisfying cocktail that's as clean as it is delicious.
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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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