Spicy Margarita

ShakenOn RocksRocks glass

Ingredients

How to make it

Muddle the jalapeño slices in a shaker. Add the tequila, triple sec, lime juice and simple syrup with ice. Shake vigorously until cold. Strain into a salt-rimmed rocks glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a jalapeño slice.

About the Spicy Margarita

The Spicy Margarita adds a fiery kick to the classic Mexican cocktail. The heat from fresh jalapeño peppers balances perfectly with the citrus and tequila, creating a drink that's become a modern bar staple.

Missing something?

  • No tequila? Use Tequila Reposado (Rounder, a little oak)
  • No tequila? Use Mezcal (Adds smoke)
  • No triple sec? Use Grand Marnier (Richer and cognac-based)
  • No triple sec? Use Blue Curaçao (Same flavour, but turns the drink blue)
  • No lime juice? Use Lime (Squeeze fresh: 1 lime gives about 25 ml)
  • No lime juice? Use Lemon Juice (Softer, different aroma)
  • No simple syrup? Use Sugar (1 tsp sugar is about 7.5 ml syrup; stir until dissolved)
  • No simple syrup? Use Honey Syrup (Adds honey flavour)
  • No jalapeño? Use Red Chili (Adjust to taste)

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