Oats Free Paleo Spicy JalapeƱo Margarita
This cocktail is a serious crowd-pleaser ā bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of fiery, with a homemade jalapeƱo honey syrup that takes it somewhere far more interesting than anything you'd order at a bar. The syrup comes together in minutes on the stovetop, letting the jalapeƱo steep into the honey until it's fragrant and gently spiced, then it's strained clean and ready to shake. Fresh lime and orange juice keep everything tasting alive and vibrant, while 100% agave blanco tequila gives the whole drink a clean, smooth backbone. A flaky sea salt rim adds that perfect savory contrast that makes each sip feel intentional and polished. Cocktails are one of those categories where grain-based sweeteners and fillers can sneak in unexpectedly, but here every single ingredient is naturally free of grains and processed additives ā just real fruit, raw honey, and good tequila. Shake it hard until the shaker frosts over, pour it over fresh ice, and serve it immediately while it's ice-cold and perfectly balanced.
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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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