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Jalapeno margarita recipe in two glasses garnished with lime and jalapeno slices and a salted rim with chili powder.

Jalapeno Margarita Recipe

Erin Indahl-Fink
Looking for a spicy jalapeno margarita recipe? This flavorful, refreshing jalapeno margarita needs just 4 ingredients and only a few minutes to make. Perfect for Cinco de Mayo!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks and Cocktails
Cuisine Mexican/American
Servings 1
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail Shaker This useful glass cocktail shaker has measurements on the side for easy pouring!
  • Citrus Juicer This hand-held citrus juicer is fantastic for fresh lime and lemon juice. Great for making cocktails!
  • Margarita Glasses The perfect drinkware to serve icy cold margaritas!

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz. tequila (2 shots)
  • 1 oz. Cointreau citrus liqueur
  • 1 oz. lime juice fresh squeezed is ideal
  • 3-4 jalapeno slices, seeds removed plus more for garnish, if desired

Optional Ingredients:

  • 2 teaspoons agave nectar
  • coarse salt and chili pepper for rimming glasses

Optional Garnishes:

  • jalapeno slices
  • lime slices or wedges

Instructions
 

  • Prep glasses. If you prefer salt on the rims, run a lime wedge around the edges of the glass. Dip the rims of the glasses into kosher or margarita salt. Fill the prepared glasses with ice. Set aside.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and 3-4 jalapeno slices (with seeds removed.) Place tight fitting lid onto shaker. Shake vigorously.
  • Pour the margarita into a prepared glass(es). Enjoy right away while

Notes

Making a large batch? If making a large batch of margaritas, mix and store in a large mason jar or pitcher. Keep cold in the refrigerator until ready to serve. Best when enjoyed same day.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 148mgFiber: 1gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 467IUVitamin C: 62mgCalcium: 9mgIron: 0.2mg
Keyword jalapeno margarita, jalapeno margarita recipe, spicy jalapeno margarita
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