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Spicy Margarita

Fun Fact 💡

The simple addition of a few slices of fresh jalapeño or a dash of chili liqueur elevated the classic Margarita to a major modern trend.

Base: Tequila
Complexity: Medium
Flavor: Spicy
Season: Summer
Ingredients 🍋
  • 2 oz (60 mL) Tequila (Blanco or Reposado)
  • 1 oz (30 mL) Fresh Lime Juice
  • 0.75 oz (22.5 mL) Agave Nectar (or simple syrup)
  • 2-3 slices fresh Jalapeño
  • Chili/Salt for rim
Instructions 📜
  1. 1

    Rim glass with chili salt.

  2. 2

    Muddle 1-2 jalapeño slices in the shaker.

  3. 3

    Add tequila, lime juice, and agave/syrup with ice.

  4. 4

    Shake well.

  5. 5

    Double strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.

  6. 6

    Garnish with a jalapeño slice.