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a spicy margarita in a glass with a tajin rim and garnished with a lime jalapeño.
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Spicy Jalapeño Margarita Recipe (Easy + Fresh!)

This spicy jalapeño margarita recipe brings together everything you love about a classic margarita - with a bold, zesty twist. It’s the perfect mix of fresh lime juice, orange, good quality tequila, and just the right amount of heat from jalapeño slices and pickled juice. Whether you’re hosting taco night, planning a Cinco de Mayo spread, or looking for a fun drink to shake up your next happy hour, this one’s a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks/Cocktails
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cocktails, Spicy Margarita Recipe
Servings: 1 drink
Author: Ashley McCrary

Equipment

Ingredients

Margarita

  • 2 ounces Blanco Tequila
  • 1 1/2 lime juiced
  • 1.5 oz orange juice or triple sec
  • 2-3 jalapeno slices
  • 1 tsp jalapeno juice from a jar of pickled jalapenos
  • 2 tsp sugar-free simple syrup more or less to taste. Sub agave syrup if preferred.
  • 1 egg white optional
  • Tajin Seasoning
  • Ice
  • Lime wedges for garnish

Mocktail

  • Same as above but replace the tequila with sparkling water I like lime Topo Chico

Sugar-Free Simple Syrup

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup allulose

Instructions

Margarita 

  • Combine the fresh squeezed lime juice, orange juice (filling in for triple sec!), spicy jalapeno juice, sugar-free simple syrup, and Blanco tequila in a cocktail shaker and shake. Shake 10-15 seconds. Add the egg white and shake vigorously again for 20 more seconds. 
  • Rim your glass with lime juice and rub it into the Tajin seasoning until the rim is completely coated.
  • Strain the mixture over ice after rimming your glass.
  • Add two slices of jalapeno and a lime wedge for garnishing.
  • Enjoy!

Sugar-Free Simple Syrup

  • Add the water to a saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the allulose. Stir until combined. Whisk the mixture until the sweetener dissolves.
  • Store in an airtight, food-safe container in the fridge.

Notes

Expert Tips & Serving Suggestions

  • No pickled jalapeños? Muddle a slice of fresh jalapeño in the shaker.
  • Want less heat? Remove the seeds from the jalapeño slices before using.
  • For a salted rim instead, dip in coarse sea salt or kosher salt.
  • Top the egg white foam with a sprinkle of Tajín for color and flavor.
  • Pair it with Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos or Spicy Smoked Queso Dip for a full-on fiesta!

Nutrition

Serving: 1drink | Calories: 173kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 7.1g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g