Spicy Sunburst Margarita

This refreshing and spicy cocktail was inspired by the spicy margaritas at Las Perlas in LA. Infused with jalapeño tequila and topped with smoked salt, it's perfect for lounging by the pool or enjoying a sunny day. The combination of jalapeño heat, citrus tang, and smoky salt makes it a unique and flavorful drink to savor.

Spicy Sunburst Margarita

A refreshing and spicy margarita with jalapeño-infused tequila and a smoked salt rim.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz jalapeño-infused tequila
  • 1 oz Cointreau
  • 1 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 jalapeño
  • Smoked salt for rimming the glass

Instructions

  1. To infuse the tequila, slice half of the jalapeño lengthwise, remove the seeds, and add the slices to the tequila. Let it sit for at least 2 hours for mild heat or longer for extra spice.
  2. Rim the glass by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it in smoked salt.
  3. Once the tequila is infused, mix it with Cointreau and lime juice, then shake with ice.
  4. Strain the mixture into a glass with ice and garnish with a jalapeño slice.