Spicy Margarita Recipe (Jalapeno Margarita)
Learn how to make the perfect spicy margarita with sliced jalapenos, tequila, freshly squeezed lime juice, and agave nectar, a Mexican classic cocktail.
Servings: 1 margarita
Calories: 204kcal
Ingredients
- 2 oz. tequila
- 1 oz. freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 small limes)
- .5 ounce orange liqueur
- .5 ounce Agave Nectar (or use honey or simple syrup)
- 3-4 jalapeno pepper slices (or more to taste - add sliced habanero for EXTRA spicy)
- FOR SERVING: Extra jalapeno slices, Lime wedges, Tajin seasoning + Salt and lime wedge to rim the glass
Instructions
- Add the spicy chili peppers to a shaker and muddle slightly if desired.
- Add the tequila, lime juice, agave nectar and several cubes of ice. Shake well. Give it a good 30 seconds of shaking to really infuse the tequila.
- Rub a lime wedge around the top of your margarita glass. Pour the salt and tajin seasoning onto a small plate, then dip the glass into it to coat the rim. The lime juice will help the salt-tajin mixture stick.
- Strain the liquid into the margarita glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge and extra jalapeno slices, if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
Heat Factor: Medium. You'll get a good spice level with the jalapeno peppers. Try it with a habanero for an extra spicy margarita!
Nutrition
Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 133mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 123IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 16mg