Ingredients
Scale
3 oz tequila (silver or reposado)
1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
2 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
1 oz agave syrup or simple syrup
2-3 slices of fresh jalapeño (adjust to taste)
1-2 dashes of hot sauce (optional for extra heat)
Tajín or chili salt, for rim
Ice cubes
Lime wedges, for garnish
Jalapeño slices, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Glasses: Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip the rim into a plate of Tajín or chili salt to coat.
- Make the Margarita: In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, agave syrup, jalapeño slices, and hot sauce if using. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to chill and infuse the jalapeño flavor.
- Serve: Fill the prepared glasses with fresh ice. Strain the margarita mixture into the glasses.
- Garnish: Add a lime wedge and a slice of jalapeño to each glass for garnish.
- Enjoy: Sip and savor the perfect balance of heat and citrusy zing!
Notes
This recipe is easy to scale up if you’d like to batch prepare for a party.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Cocktails