Cinnamon Free Paleo Spicy JalapeƱo Margarita
This cocktail is bright, bold, and built entirely from real, whole ingredients ā fresh citrus, 100% agave tequila, raw honey, and a jalapeƱo that pulls serious weight. The homemade jalapeƱo honey syrup is the secret weapon here: a quick simmer with sliced pepper and honey creates a sweet, slow-burning heat that no store-bought mixer can replicate. You control the fire by leaving the seeds in or pulling them out, so it works for heat-seekers and the spice-cautious alike. Fresh lime and orange juice keep everything tart and vibrant, while the flaky sea salt rim adds just enough savory contrast to make each sip feel intentional. Many commercial margarita mixes sneak in artificial flavors, added sugars, or spice blends that can be hard to vet ā this version sidesteps all of that with a short, clean ingredient list. Shake it hard until the shaker frosts over, pour it over fresh ice, and you've got a cocktail that tastes like it came from a very good bar.
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2 servings
For the honey syrup
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 jalapeƱo, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat, kept for more)
For the cocktail
- 4 oz blanco tequila (100% agave)
- 3 oz fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes)
- 1 oz fresh orange juice
- 1 cup ice cubes, plus more for serving
For serving
- flaky sea salt, for rimming (optional)
- jalapeƱo slices, for garnish (optional)
- lime wedges, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the honey, water, and jalapeƱo slices in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the honey fully dissolves, about 2ā3 minutes. Remove from heat and let the jalapeƱo steep for 5 minutes, then strain out the slices through a fine-mesh strainer. Let the syrup cool to room temperature before using.
- 2
If rimming the glasses, spread a thin layer of flaky sea salt on a small flat plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of each rocks glass, then press the rim into the salt to coat. Fill each glass with ice.
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