Margaritas are a classic, and these Jalapeño Margaritas are a deliciously spicy twist. Infused with the flavor of fresh jalapeños and lime juice, they're the perfect drink for Cinco de Mayo, Taco Tuesday, or anytime you're craving a little something spicy!

Everyone loves a good margarita. It's the go to drink for Mexican restaurants, happy hours, and taco nights... and there are so many delicious possibilities!

This Spicy Jalapeño Margarita is a fun, unique twist, and has the perfect balance of sweet and heat.

Unlike many spicy margaritas, which rely solely on fresh jalapeño slices, this recipe uses a homemade simple syrup so the jalapeño flavor is fully infused in the drink.

I've tried countless versions... and this one is hands down my FAVORITE!

🌶 Ingredients

I used silver tequila in this recipe for its light, clean flavor and color. You can substitute any type you have on hand. For the jalapeños, be sure you use fresh (not jarred) jalapeños since the flavor between the two is completely different.

• 2 ounces silver tequila
• 1 ounce jalapeño simple syrup
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 sliced jalapeño
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• sliced jalapeño, for garnish
• coarse salt (for the rim)

📋 Instructions

1. Prepare the simple syrup - Combine ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
2. Salt the rim - Rub the rim of your glass with a lime wedge, then dip in coarse salt to coat.
3. Mix the drink - Fill your glass with ice, then add tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice.
4. Garnish - Garnish your drink with fresh sliced jalapeños or a lime wedge.

🍊 Recipe variations

The thing I love about this recipe is that it has plenty of fresh jalapeño flavor without all the seeds. If you don't mind seeds in your drink, fresh muddled jalapeños are a nice addition.

Also, if you're missing the hint of orange flavor that you'll find in traditional margaritas, here are some suggestions for adding that back in:

• Add fresh sliced jalapeños to the bottom of the glass and muddle them to release extra flavor
• Add a splash of Triple Sec or Cointreau
• Add a splash of orange juice
• Substitute Triple Sec for the simple syrup and add extra sliced jalapeños for flavor
• Swap salt for sugar and make a sugared rim!

🍹 Making a pitcher

Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas are a fun drink to serve for Cinco de Mayo or any party. They're also easy to mix by the pitcher! Simply combine the tequila, jalapeño simple syrup, and fresh lime juice in a large pitcher and store in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve them. Then pour over ice... and let the party begin!

To make a pitcher:

• 4 cups silver tequila
• 2 cups jalapeño simple syrup
• 2 cups fresh lime juice

🌮 Complete the menu

No margarita is complete without some delicious food to go with it. These are some of our favorite Mexican recipes, and they'd all be amazing menu options!

• Tostadas
• Flautas
• Shrimp Tacos
• Guacamole
• Pico de Gallo
• Baja Fish Tacos
• Loaded Chicken Quesadillas
• Queso Dip

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📖 Recipe

Jalapeño Margarita

Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

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Ingredients

Margarita

• 2 ounces silver tequila
• 1 ounce jalapeno simple syrup
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• sliced jalapeño, for garnish
• coarse salt (for the rim)

Jalapeno Simple Syrup

• ½ cup sugar
• ½ cup water
• 1 sliced jalapeño

Instructions

1. Prepare simple syrup by combining ingredients in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, remove from heat and set aside to cool.
2. Rub the rim of the glass with a lime wedge, then dip in coarse salt to coat.
3. Fill glass with ice, then add tequila, simple syrup, and lime juice.
4. Garnish with fresh sliced jalapeños or a lime wedge.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 241Total Fat: 0gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 585mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 1gSugar: 27gProtein: 0g