Spicy Orange Margaritas
Spicy Orange Margaritas are a zesty and fiery twist on the classic margarita. They blend the bright sweetness of fresh orange juice with lime, tequila, and a kick of jalapeño for a bold, flavorful cocktail with a spicy edge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 cocktail 1x
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce fresh orange juice
- 1/2 ounce triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1/2 ounce agave nectar or to taste
- 2–3 slices fresh jalapeño
- Ice
- Salt or Tajin, for rimming the glass (optional)
- Orange or lime slice, for garnish
Instructions
- If desired, rim a glass with salt or Tajin. Rub a lime wedge around the rim and dip into the seasoning. Fill the glass with ice.
- In a shaker, muddle jalapeño slices with lime juice and agave nectar.
- Add tequila, orange juice, triple sec, and ice. Shake well until chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
- Garnish with a slice of orange, lime, or additional jalapeño. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Control the heat by using more or fewer jalapeño slices, or remove seeds for less spice.
- Use freshly squeezed juices for the best flavor.
- For a smoky version, substitute mezcal for tequila.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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