Best Spicy Margarita
This spicy margarita combines the heat of jalapeños with the refreshing coolness of cucumber, making it a perfect drink for summer gatherings.
Prep
5 min
Total
5 min
Ingredients
- 2 cupTequila
- 1Jalapeño(quartered)
- 1 mediumCucumber(cut into 1/2" slices)
- 1 tspGranulated Sugar
- 1 tspKosher Salt
- Lime Wedges(for glass and garnish)
- 1 ozOrange Liqueur((such as Cointreau))
- 3/4 ozFresh Lime Juice
- Sliced Jalapeño(for garnish)
Instructions
- 1
In a large clean jar, combine tequila and jalapeño. Using the handle of a wooden spoon, gently muddle jalapeño. Add cucumber and seal jar.
- 2
Store in a cool, dark place for at least 8 hours or up to 12. Strain tequila mixture, discard solids, and pour back into jar. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- 3
In a small shallow bowl, combine granulated sugar and salt. Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip into sugar mixture to coat.
- 4
In a cocktail shaker, combine infused tequila, orange liqueur, and lime juice. Fill shaker with ice and vigorously shake until the outside of the shaker is very cold, about 30 seconds.
- 5
Strain into prepared ice-filled glass and garnish with a lime wedge and jalapeño slices.
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