Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita Cocktail
This sweet and spicy margarita balances ripe strawberries with gentle jalapeño heat, fresh lime, tequila, and a touch of orange liqueur. A bright, refreshing twist on the classic margarita—easy to make and perfect for spice lovers!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Strainer
- Jigger
- Cutting board and knife
- Glasses
- Small plate
- Spoon or stir stick
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila blanco works too
- 1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz simple syrup or agave nectar
- 4 fresh strawberries or thawed frozen
- 3 jalapeño slices add more or less to taste
- ice enough to fill shaker and glass
- lime wedge for garnish and rimming
- salt, Tajín, or chili powder for rim, optional
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip it into salt, Tajín, or chili powder.
- Toss strawberries and jalapeño slices into your cocktail shaker.
- Muddle until juicy and aromatic.
- Pour in tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup or agave nectar.
- Add ice, close shaker, and shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- Strain into your prepared glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or extra jalapeño slice.
Notes
Muddle jalapeños gently for mild heat, or harder (with seeds) for extra spice. Frozen strawberries work if thawed. For a lighter drink, use agave instead of syrup. A salt or Tajín rim brings extra zing—serve cold for the freshest taste.