Spicy Margarita

Turn up the heat on your happy hour with this Spicy Margarita recipe, the perfect blend of bold flavors and refreshing tang. Featuring smooth tequila, zesty fresh lime juice, and a touch of natural sweetness from agave syrup, this cocktail gets its fiery kick from a muddled slice of fresh jalapeño. The salted rim provides a savory contrast, while shaking it all over ice ensures a chilled, invigorating sip every time. Ready in just 5 minutes, this quick and easy drink is ideal for spicing up a casual evening or impressing guests at your next gathering. Garnish with a lime wedge or another jalapeño slice for extra flair and let the fiesta begin!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Tequila
• 1 ounce Triple sec
• 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
• 0.5 ounce Agave syrup
• 1 slice Fresh jalapeño
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 Lime wedge
• 1 cup Ice cubes

Directions

Step 1

Slice a jalapeño and take one slice to use for the cocktail.

Step 2

Take a lime wedge and run it along the rim of a chilled margarita glass.

Step 3

Spread kosher salt onto a small plate and dip the rim of the glass into the salt, ensuring it’s evenly coated. Set the glass aside.

Step 4

In a cocktail shaker, combine the jalapeño slice, tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup.

Step 5

Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently muddle the jalapeño slice, releasing its oils and flavor into the mixture.

Step 6

Fill the shaker with ice cubes and place the lid on securely.

Step 7

Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to ensure all ingredients are well-mixed and chilled.

Step 8

Strain the mixture into the prepared margarita glass over fresh ice.

Step 9

Garnish with an additional lime wedge or jalapeño slice if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy your spicy margarita!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(380.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	281.1

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1771.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 0.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 7.9mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 38.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 0.8%

Carbs: 98.3%