Spicy Jalapeno Margarita Recipe
Sweet and spicy, these easy Jalapeno Margaritas are ready in minutes. Made with homemade margaritas mix, you can make a big pitcher in advance for parties!
Servings: 2
Cost: $10
Equipment
- cocktail shaker
Ingredients
To make Jalapeno Tequila:
- 1 jalapeno sliced
- 1 cup Tequila blanco or reposado
To make the Margarita:
- 5 shots jalapeno infused tequila
- 3 shots Cointreau
- 1/4 cup Margarita mix
- Kosher Salt or Tajin for the rim
- Lime wedges or slices
- Sliced jalapeño optional
Instructions
- Place the jalapeno is a bowl or glass with the tequila and allow to sit for 15 minutes to an hour.
- Run a lime slice or wedge around the rim of the glass and pour the salt or Tajin into a shallow plate.
- Dip the rim of the glass into the salt or Tajin, if using, so the seasoning sticks.
- Place the tequila, Cointreau and margarita mix into a cocktail shaker with ice and shake until cold.
- Strain the margarita into the glass and garnish with lime or jalapeno.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
This recipe makes 2 cocktails but you can easily make this recipe in a pitcher to serve a crowd. Just be sure to stir it right before serving because the ingredients will separate when sitting for a bit.
Nutrition
Calories: 316kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 23mg | Potassium: 20mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 1mg | Iron: 0.1mg