Get ready for a flavor explosion with the Margarita Jalapeño! This spicy twist on the classic margarita combines zesty citrus with fiery jalapeño heat for a refreshing and exhilarating cocktail experience that’ll leave you craving more.
Below you’ll find a quick rundown of the recipe, tasting notes, and tips & tricks you can use to make this the best drink ever.
Tasting Notes
The Jalapeño Margarita is a delicious blend of zesty citrus, smooth tequila, and a fiery kick from fresh jalapeños. With each sip, you’ll first experience the refreshing tang of lime and the subtle sweetness of agave, followed by a gradual build-up of heat from the jalapeños. The combination of flavors creates a bold and cocktail that’s perfect if you crave a little spice in your drinks.
Recipe Card
Jalapeno Margarita
Turn up the spice with a Jalapeño Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila of choice
- 0.5 oz orange liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz agave syrup
- 2 slices fresh jalapeno
- lime wheel and salt for garnish
Instructions
- Add tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, jalapeno, and agave syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake until well-chilled.
- Rub lime wedge on the glass rim, dip it in salt. Set aside.
- Strain drink into a margarita or rocks glass filled with ice
- Garnish with a lime wheel
Notes
Margaritas are usually made with tequila blanco, though you may use whichever you like, including mezcal.
Tips & Tricks
For an extra kick, consider mixing tajin with salt and using that as a garnish instead of plain salt.
If you want to really make this pop, sneak a couple of drops of your hottest hot sauce in the shaker. Or, use some hot bring from pickled jalapenos. This could also work for a jalapeno Martini.
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