Move over, ordinary margaritas! There’s a new sheriff in town, and it’s packing a fiery punch. We’re talking about the Spicy Tajin Margarita, a vibrant concoction that explodes with sweet, citrusy goodness, a touch of smoky heat, and a satisfyingly salty rim. Forget the sugary syrups and artificial flavors; this is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold Mexican flair.
But before you grab your shaker, let’s dive into the magic behind this margarita.
A Fusion of Flavors: The Spicy Tajin Margarita’s Story
The Spicy Tajin Margarita is a testament to the vibrant culinary exchange between Mexico and the United States. The classic margarita, with its tequila, lime, and orange liqueur base, hails from Mexico, while the fiery Tajin spice blend, featuring chiles, lime, and sea salt, is a proudly Mexican invention. Combining these elements creates a flavor profile that’s both familiar and exciting, a perfect balance of sweet, sour, spicy, and salty.
The Caliente Spicy Margarita
During a recent visit to Rancho Mirage near Palm Springs, we enjoyed the Westin Mission Hills Resort’s award-winning Caliente Margarita. We were fortunate enough to get the recipe from the bartender so we could make it at home!
The resort’s Caliente Spicy Margarita ingredients include Tanteo Jalapeño Tequila, Grand Marnier and Grapefruit Juice. Their Spicy Margarita Mixer is the Island Oasis Premium Margarita Mix, which is sweetened with Agave Nectar. For the Spicy Margarita Rim, all you need is a plate of Tajin seasoning. You rub the rim of the glass with some lime juice and coat the rim well. Finally, garnish with a fresh lime wedge or fresh sliced jalapeño.
Make your own Jalapeno Tequila
If you want to make your own jalapeño tequila, it’s actually quite easy! You simply add 6-8 sliced jalapeños to a bottle of tequila and steep it for 12-48 hours. Then, just strain the seeds and jalapeños out and pour it back into the bottle with a funnel.
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Spicy Margarita (Jalapeno Margarita)
Recipe by Jason Hill – CookingSessions.comIngredients
- 1.5 oz White tequila
- 1 jalapeno sliced
- 1.5 oz. Sweet & Sour Mix
- 1/2 oz. Grand Marnier
- 1 Lime juiced
Garnish
- Tajin seasoning for the rim
- Fresh lime wedges for rim and garnish
- Fresh sliced jalapeno for garnish
Instructions
- Coat rim of glass with fresh lime juice and dunk in a plate of Tajin seasoning, coating well.
- Muddle sliced jalapenos in the bottom of a cocktail shaker.
- Add the tequila, grand mariner, sweet and sour mix and lime juice.
- Cover shaker and mix well.
- Add ice to glass, about 3/4 full.
- Strain margarita over the ice.
- Garnish with fresh lime wedge or fresh sliced jalapeño.
Notes
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