Description
Spicy jalapeño margarita whispers Mexican cocktail magic with zesty lime and tequila kicks. Cool heat and smooth liquor create perfect balance for adventurous drink enthusiasts craving bold flavor combinations.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquor:
- 2 ounces (60 milliliters) tequila (preferably silver/blanco)
Citrus and Sweeteners:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) triple sec or cointreau
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) simple syrup
Garnish and Additional Ingredients:
- 2–4 slices fresh jalapeno with seeds
- Ice cubes
- 1 lime wedge
- Salt for rimming the glass
Instructions
- Prepare the glass by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into salt for a zesty, textured edge.
- Place jalapeno slices in a cocktail shaker and gently crush with simple syrup to extract their fiery essence.
- Pour tequila, lime juice, and triple sec into the shaker, combining the vibrant liquid ingredients.
- Add ice cubes and shake the mixture intensely for 15 seconds to chill and properly blend the flavors.
- Strain the cocktail into the salt-rimmed glass filled with fresh ice.
- Enhance the presentation by garnishing with a lime wedge and optional jalapeno slices for extra visual and spicy appeal.
- The heat level can be customized by adjusting the number of jalapeno slices used during muddling.
- For optimal taste, use freshly squeezed lime juice and homemade simple syrup, which can be prepared by dissolving sugar in water over low heat and allowing it to cool completely.
Notes
- Control the heat by adjusting the number of jalapeno slices, using fewer for a milder drink or more for extra spiciness.
- Use fresh lime juice for a brighter, more vibrant flavor that elevates the entire cocktail.
- Create your own simple syrup at home by gently heating equal parts sugar and water, then cooling completely before mixing.
- Try different tequila types like blanco or reposado to discover your preferred flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0.3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg