Turkey Free Paleo Skinny Margarita
Bright, citrusy, and refreshingly light, this margarita is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel like a celebration. Instead of relying on sugary store-bought mixers or pre-made sour mix, it uses fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice, and a quick honey syrup you whip up in just a couple of minutes on the stove. The result is a cleaner, more vibrant flavor that actually tastes like real fruit rather than artificial sweetness. Blanco tequila keeps things crisp and smooth, letting the citrus shine without anything heavy weighing it down. A vigorous shake over ice chills everything perfectly and gives it that satisfying frosty texture you want in a great margarita. Whether you rim the glass with coarse salt or keep it simple, this one is easy to pull off and genuinely impressive to serve.
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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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