Spicy Margarita Recipe
All the flavors of a classic margarita with a little heat! This Spicy Jalapeno Margarita is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, tart, and refreshing.
Servings 1
Calories 236kcal
Ingredients
Jalapeno simple syrup:
- 1 fresh jalapeno*, sliced
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Margarita:
- 1 ½ oz blanco/silver tequila
- ½ oz freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 oz triple sec or Cointreau
- 1 oz jalapeno simple syrup
- coarse salt, if desired, for the rim of your glass
Instructions
Jalapeno simple syrup:
- Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally, until the sugar is dissolved. Set aside to cool to room temperature then transfer to the refrigerator. This syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Margarita:
- Coat the rim of your glass in jalapeno syrup (I lightly brush it on) then dip it into coarse salt. Fill the glass with ice. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker, shake vigorously, then pour into the glass.
Notes
*If you'd like more heat you can increase to two jalapenos. You can also muddle a couple slices of fresh jalapeno into the bottom of the cocktail shaker before assembling the drink.
Adjust ingredient quantities to suit your taste.
Nutrition
Calories: 236kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 26mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 7IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg