Spicy Margarita with a Smoky Tajín® Rim
Want to spice up your happy hour with a delicious and refreshing cocktail? The Spicy Tajín® Margarita will do the trick! This unique twist on the classic margarita combines the zesty flavors of lime, the heat of jalapeños, and the tangy kick of Tajín® seasoning. Trust me when I say that this cocktail is sure to become your new favorite.
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker to mix and chill the ingredients effectively
- Strainer to remove any unwanted particles for a smooth drink
- Muddler or Spoon for muddling the jalapeños
- Margarita Glass to serve the cocktail in style
- Small Plate to rim the glass with Tajín seasoning
Ingredients
- 3 oz Mezcal
- 1 ½ oz Cointreau
- 1 ¼ cup Fresh Lime Juice — or 12 limes
- 1 Jalapeño Peppers — chopped and muddled
- 1 oz. Simple Syrup or Agave Syrup
- 2 tbsp Tajín® Seasoning
- Lime Wedge and Jalapeño Slices — for garnish
- Ice Cubes — large
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Instructions
Add Tajín Seasoning To The Glass Rim
- Begin by lining the rim of the glass with Tajín seasoning. To do this, cut a lime wedge and run it along the rim of the glass. Dip the rim into a plate filled with Tajín seasoning to coat it evenly. Set the glass with the Tajín rim aside.
Muddle The Jalapeños
- In a cocktail shaker, add a few slices of fresh jalapeño. Use a muddler or the back of a spoon to gently crush the jalapeños, releasing their spicy flavors.
Add The Ingredients
- Add the mezcal, cointreau, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) to the cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
Shake It Up
- Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds, mixing all the ingredients together and chilling the cocktail.
Strain And Serve
- Place a few ice cubes in the tajin rimmed margarita glass and strain the cocktail into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge and a slice of jalapeño. Sit back and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust The Heat Level. If you prefer a little extra kick in your margarita, leave the seeds in the jalapeños or add an extra slice. For a milder version, remove the seeds and veins from the jalapeños before muddling.
Add More Mezcal. I like to add 1-½ ounces to each drink. But adjust to your liking! For friends who love the flavor of mezcal and like a really strong drink — you know who you are — I will mix one part mezcal with one part lime juice.
Use Good Ingredients. For the best results, use fresh lime juice, and quality mezcal. My favorite mezcal these days is Del Maguey Vida. And it's easy to find too! Fresh flavors make all the difference in a good margarita.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.