Spicy Grapefruit Jalapeno Margarita

Overview

  • Yield: 2

  • Prep Time: 30 mins

  • Total Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

For the margarita

  • 3 ounces tequila

  • 4 ounces freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice

  • 2 ounces fresh lime juice

  • 2 teaspoons agave nectar or 4 teaspoons simple syrup more to taste

  • 2 or 3 jalapeño slices, plus more for garnish

  • Small grapefruit wedges, for garnish

  • Ice

For the chili powder-salt mixture

  • 2 teaspoons chili powder

  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt

  • 1 lime wedge

Method

  1. Place the tequila in a jar or cup. Add in the jalapeño slices plus the seeds. Let it sit for 20- 30 minutes. Remove the jalapeños from the tequila once the desired spiciness is reached.
  1. Mix the chili powder and kosher salt on a small, rimmed plate and set aside.
  1. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glasses, dip the rims in the chili powder/salt mixture and twist to coat.
  1. Combine all the margarita ingredients in a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until combined and then pour it into your prepared glasses.
  1. Add a grapefruit wedge, a few slice of jalapeño and serve.

References and Acknowledgments

Spicy Grapefruit Jalapeno Margarita

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