Description
A vibrant and spicy twist on the classic margarita, featuring fresh jalapeño, cilantro, and cucumber for a refreshing kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces tequila blanco
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- ¾ ounce agave nectar
- ½ ounce Cointreau or other orange liqueur
- ¼ – ½ jalapeño, sliced
- 2–3 sprigs fresh cilantro
- 1 slice cucumber
- Ice
- Lime wedge
- Coarse sea salt
- Chili powder (optional)
- Lime wedge or wheel
- Jalapeño slice (optional)
- Cilantro sprig (optional)
Instructions
- Muddle: In a cocktail shaker, muddle jalapeño slices, cilantro sprigs, and cucumber slice.
- Add Liquids: Pour in tequila blanco, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and Cointreau.
- Add Ice: Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake: Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Prepare Salt Rim (Optional): Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass. Combine coarse sea salt and chili powder (if using) on a shallow dish. Dip the rim of the glass into the salt mixture.
- Strain: Strain the margarita into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish: Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel, a jalapeño slice (optional), and a cilantro sprig. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the jalapeño amount to your spice preference. Remove seeds and membranes for a milder flavor.
- Tequila blanco is recommended, but reposado can be used. Avoid añejo.
- Simple syrup or honey can substitute agave nectar.
- Add pineapple or mango for a fruity twist.
- For a mocktail, substitute tequila with sparkling water or club soda.
- For a frozen margarita, blend all ingredients with ice.
- Infuse tequila with jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Experiment with herbs like mint or basil.
- Get creative with the salt rim by adding spices.
- This recipe can be scaled up for a batch.
- Use 100% agave tequila for the best flavor.
- Fresh lime juice is essential.
- Agave nectar is a natural sweetener, but simple syrup can be used.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes