Spicy Margarita
A classic margarita with a fiery kick, usually achieved with jalapeño-infused tequila or muddling fresh peppers.
Base
tequila
Glassware
Rocks glass
Flavor Profile
sourspicyrefreshing
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila (blanco)
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2-3 slices fresh jalapeño
- Tajín or salt for rimming
Instructions
- 1Muddle jalapeño slices in a shaker.
- 2Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and ice, then shake well.
- 3Strain into a rimmed rocks glass over fresh ice and garnish with a jalapeño slice.
Origin & Story
Southwestern US/Mexico, late 20th century
A modern riff on the classic Margarita, it emerged as bartenders began infusing tequila with jalapeño and chili to play up the spirit's natural pepper-forward notes.
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