Spicy Jalapeno Margarita
Deliciously refreshing with a slight kick from jalapeno simple syrup, the Spicy Jalapeno Margaritas are good enough to make a whole pitcher.
Ingredients
For the Simple Syrup:
- 1 C sugar
- 2 C water
- 4 jalapenos sliced in half, stems removed and sedded
For the Margarita:
- 1 oz jalapeno infused simple syrup cooled
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz club soda
- 2 oz tequila I like Anejo
- 1 oz grand marnier (or triple sec)
- jalapeno and lime slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Simple Syrup:
- Bring sugar and water to a boil over high heat on your stovetop. Once boiling stir until the sugar is dissolved and then bring it off the heat. Toss in the jalapeños and let the pot cool to room temperature before putting it in a mason jar with a lid (or any other covered container) and putting it in the fridge.
Margarita Assembly:
- Stir all ingredients except for the garnish together. Pour over ice into a serving glass. Garnish with the jalapeño and lime slices. Instead of salting the rim which I find to be too much sometimes I like to sprinkle some kosher salt straight into my drink. Couldn’t be simpler.