Spicy Orange Margarita
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
332 kcal
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Course
Drinks
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Cuisine
International
Spicy Orange Margarita
Description
The Spicy Orange Margarita incorporates freshly squeezed orange and lime juices combined with tequila and orange liqueur for vibrant citrus flavor. Muddling fresh jalapeño slices in the shaker introduces a gentle heat that can be intensified by infusing tequila with jalapeños beforehand. Topping the shaken mixture with orange sparkling water lends effervescence without diluting the flavors. The glasses are rimmed with honey or lime and sea salt to complement the tang and spice of the drink. This margarita serves well chilled over ice and can be garnished with additional jalapeño slices or dried orange for visual appeal.
The preparation includes optional steps to infuse tequila with jalapeños, providing control over the level of spiciness according to preference. Care is taken not to shake the sparkling water to maintain carbonation. The drink is divided among glasses and topped with sparkling water to finish.
This cocktail suits occasions where a citrusy and mildly spicy beverage is desired, pairing particularly well with light appetizers. Adjusting the infusion duration or amount of muddled jalapeño allows tailoring the spice to taste.
Notes suggest substituting orange sparkling water with a combination of orange juice and club soda to moderate sweetness and fizz. Infusing tequila requires advance planning and cold storage to develop flavor safely.
Ingredients
- 12 oz orange sparkling water
- 8 oz tequila can use regular, jalapeno
- 6 oz triple sec or other orange liqueur
- 2 orange juiced, large
- 2 jalapeños
- 2 lime juiced
- salt sea salt
- ice
- honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- If you plan to infuse your tequila, chop one of your jalapeños and add it to the bottle for 2 – 7 days and store in the freezer. The longer you infuse it, the spicier it will be. You can also use an already infused tequila. If you don’t want too much spice, just use regular tequila.
- Pour the sea salt into a bowl big or plate enough to dip the glasses in. Dip each glass into a plate of honey, maple syrup, OR rim each class with a lime. Then, dip them in the salt.
- Wash and slice the oranges, limes, and jalapeños. Juice the oranges and limes into the cocktail shaker. Add most of the jalapeño slices in shaker and muddle. Save a few slices for garnishing if you wish.
- Step 4. After muddling, add some ice to the cocktail shaker.
- Measure and pour tequila and triple sec in a cocktail shaker. Shake for 20-30 seconds until well combined.
- Divide the mixture between four glasses. Then top each glass with the sparkling water.
- Garnish with dried oranges, fresh jalapeño, or whatever your heart desires. Drink up!
Notes
- Infuse tequila with jalapeño in the freezer from 2 to 7 days to control spiciness.
- Use regular tequila if you prefer little or no heat.
- Replace orange sparkling water with equal parts orange juice and club soda to adjust beverage sweetness and fizz.
- Do not shake the sparkling water to prevent spraying; add it after shaking the other ingredients.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 332 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 cocktail | |
| Calories | 332kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 61g | 20% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 144mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 153mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 56g | 112% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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