Cherry Jalapeño Margarita

Cherry Jalapeño Margarita

DATE: June 22, 2023
  • Cocktails
  • meal type
  • Something to Taco 'Bout
  • Taco Spice Blend
This cherry jalapeño margarita is a bold, beautiful spin on the classic that delivers the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy in every sip. A homemade cherry honey syrup made from fresh pitted cherries brings natural sweetness and vibrant color, while jalapeño adds just the right kick to keep things exciting. This easy spicy margarita recipe is a stunning signature cocktail for summer entertaining, Cinco de Mayo, backyard parties, or any occasion that calls for something a little extra. A fresh cherry margarita with jalapeño heat that comes together quickly and looks as impressive as it tastes. To make the cherry syrup, simply pit a handful of cherries, boil in 2 cups of water for 10 minutes, puree and strain, then stir in half a cup of honey. Refrigerate any leftovers for your next round.
  • Time: 10 mins
  • Serves: 1
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Something To Taco 'Bout

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For the cocktail

  • 1 oz. tequila blanco
  • ¼ cup fruity rosé wine
  • ½ oz cherry syrup
  • ½ oz lime juice
  • jalapeño slices, lime wheel, 1 pitted cherry, sliced in half & fresh mint for garnish

For the glass rim

  • ½ tbsp Something to Taco About Taco Spice Blend
  • ½ tbsp kosher salt

Directions

  1. In a shallow rimmed plate, combine the Something to Taco About Spice Blend and the kosher salt. Mix well and set aside
  2. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice; Add the tequila, Rosé , cherry syrup and lime juice; shake well.
  3. Take a wheel of lime and moisten the rim of a glass. Dip the rim into the salt mixture (you can also moisten the glass with the lime in the shape of a v as pictured.) Fill with ice and fill with the cocktail.
  4. Garnish with a lime wheel, jalapeño slices, halved cherries and mint. Enjoy!

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