Spicy Strawberry Margarita
This spicy strawberry margarita is a vibrant, crowd-pleasing cocktail featuring fresh strawberries, a kick of jalapeño, and tangy lime. It’s quick to make, easy to customize, and perfect for Galentine’s parties, brunches, or summer gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- 6–8 large fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice (about 1 large lime)
- 3/4 ounce simple syrup
- Kosher salt & Tajín seasoning (for rimming the glass)
- Ice cubes (as needed)
- Optional garnishes: fresh strawberry slices, jalapeño rings, lime wheel, mint sprig
Instructions
- Pour a bit of kosher salt and Tajín onto a small plate. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it onto the plate so it sticks. Set glass aside.
- Place sliced strawberries and jalapeño rings in the bottom of your cocktail shaker. Use a muddler (or back of a spoon) to smash everything together until juicy and fragrant—about 30 seconds.
- Pour in silver tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds, until the outside feels frosty.
- Strain the margarita into your rimmed glass, filled with fresh ice. Use a fine mesh strainer for a smoother sip, or pour directly for a more rustic feel.
- Garnish with a strawberry slice, jalapeño ring, lime wheel, or mint sprig as desired.
Notes
For less spice, use fewer jalapeño slices or remove all seeds. For a sweeter drink, add more simple syrup. Frozen strawberries can be used (thawed first). To make a mocktail, substitute tequila and triple sec with sparkling water and strawberry juice. This recipe is naturally gluten-free and vegan—always check your tequila brand if concerned. Batch mixing is easy: multiply ingredients and use a pitcher.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 6–
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
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