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Spicy Margarita

Spicy Margarita Magic: Refreshing Summer Sips with a Kick

Enjoy a thrilling adventure with this Spicy Margarita featuring fresh jalapeños and cool cucumbers for a perfect summer sip!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Infusion Time 12 hours
Total Time 12 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Infusion
  • 750 ml Tequila Blanco
  • 1 Jalapeño Quartered
  • 1 medium Cucumber Cut into 1/2" slices
For the Rim
  • 2 tbsp Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Kosher Salt
  • 2 whole Lime Wedges
For the Cocktail
  • 60 ml Orange Liqueur (Cointreau) Or triple sec as an alternative
  • 30 ml Fresh Lime Juice Always use fresh over bottled

Equipment

  • Jar for Infusion
  • Cocktail shaker
  • shallow bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Quarter a jalapeño and place it in a jar with the tequila. Muddle gently, add cucumber slices, seal, and let infuse for 8 to 12 hours.
  2. Prepare the glasses by mixing equal parts granulated sugar and kosher salt in a bowl. Wet rims with lime wedges and dip into the mixture.
  3. In a shaker, combine 2 oz. of infused tequila, 1 oz. of orange liqueur, and 3/4 oz. of lime juice. Shake vigorously with ice for about 30 seconds.
  4. Strain the cocktail into prepared glasses filled with ice and garnish with lime wedges and jalapeño slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

The infused tequila can last for up to two weeks for convenience. Customize with fruits like peaches or pineapples for variations.

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