Turmeric Free Paleo Spicy JalapeƱo Margarita
This cocktail is bright, citrusy, and just the right amount of dangerous ā the kind of drink that makes a regular Friday feel like a proper occasion. The heat comes from fresh jalapeƱo steeped into a simple honey syrup, which also gives the whole thing a natural, rounded sweetness that store-bought margarita mixes could never replicate. Fresh lime juice and a splash of orange juice keep everything tasting clean and vibrant, while 100% agave blanco tequila ties it all together without any additives or fillers to worry about. The jalapeƱo syrup is easy to dial up or down depending on your heat tolerance ā leave the seeds in for a serious kick or pull them out for something more mellow. A flaky sea salt rim adds that classic contrast, and the whole shaker comes together in just a few minutes once your syrup is ready. It's the kind of cocktail that impresses guests but requires almost no effort, which is honestly the best kind.
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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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