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    Spicy Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita Recipe – Sweet & Fiery Summer Cocktail

    Published: Jun 15, 2020 · Modified: May 21, 2025 by Aimee Burmester · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    This Strawberry Jalepeño Margarita is a great summer cocktail with a spicy kick that is perfect for a night on the patio! 

    If you enjoy the combination of spicy and sweet cocktails, then this strawberry margarita is one you need to try this weekend. This spicy margarita is the excellent addition to any weekend gathering!

    Strawberry Jalepeno Margarita

    Why We Love Spicy Strawberry Margaritas

    There is just something about the combination of sweet and spicy, and it goes so well in this summer cocktail. Using as many fresh ingredients as possible including fresh strawberries, limes and jalapeños, makes for a stunning and mouth-watering flavor profile.

    We love to drink this spicy margarita in the summer because the ingredients can be found in your own backyard garden, or they can be purchased at the grocery store at a low price since they are in season.

    This jalapeño margarita is also fantastic because there are no processed ingredients (unless you count processing the tequila!). This beverage is low calorie and delicious as well.

    Related Post: How to Can Strawberry Jelly In an Hour!

    How to Make Strawberry Jalapeño Margaritas

    In my recipe, I didn’t use any pre-mix liquids—just used the tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Because I didn’t use any pre-mix, I saved on sugar content AND saved on my budget. Limes cost me about $.33 per lime. A jug of mix that I wouldn’t use all of because it’s just me drinking? Five dollars. 

    • In the bottom of a cocktail shaker (or other glass) muddle three strawberries and jalapeño slices. 
    • Rub one sliced lime along the rim of your cocktail or margarita glasses, then dip glass in salt (optional).
    • Add ice and liquor to glass or shaker, then slice limes in half and squeeze juice over liquor mixture. 
    • Shake mixture, pour over ice in your cocktail or margarita glasses, garnish with a strawberry. Enjoy! 
    Strawberry Jalepeno Margarita

    Serving Spicy Margaritas-Tips & Suggestions

    Margaritas are typically served in traditional margarita glasses, however, I used these simple cocktail glasses I purchased through Amazon. 

    Also, a margarita just doesn't seem like a margarita without a salted rim. When I first made these margs, I skipped the salt, but alas, I learned my lesson. These taste better with salt, and this is the salt I use. I like that this salt is nice big chunks and with a swipe of lime around the rim of my glass, it really sticks on there. If I'm going back for second (or third, ok fine, maybe a fourth cocktail), I only need to add salt again every other cocktail.

    I grilled some chicken and asparagus for dinner to go with this cocktail, but it would pair perfectly with this pulled pork recipe! 

    Related: Dutch Oven Pulled Pork

    Strawberry Jalepeno Margarita

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    Spicy Strawberry-Jalepeno Margarita
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    Strawberry Jalepeno Margaritas

    Discover a refreshing twist on a classic margarita with this Spicy Strawberry Jalapeño Margarita recipe. Perfect for summer gatherings, this cocktail balances sweet strawberries and fiery jalapeños for a memorable drink experience
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine Mexican
    Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
    Servings 2 drinks

    Equipment

    • Cocktail Shaker
    • Food Muddler
    • Ice

    Ingredients

    • 3 oz Tequila
    • 2 oz Triple Sec
    • 4 oz Fresh squeezed lime juice
    • 5 Strawberries, sliced
    • Jalapeño (to taste), sliced
    • Salt for Rim

    Instructions

    • In the bottom of a cocktail shaker (or other glass) muddle three strawberries and jalapeño slices. 
    • Rub one sliced lime along the rim of your cocktail or margarita glasses, then dip glass in salt (optional).
    • Add ice and liquor to glass or shaker, then slice limes in half and squeeze juice over liquor mixture. 
    • Shake mixture, pour over ice in your cocktail or margarita glasses,, garnish with a strawberry. Enjoy! 

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    1. Carolyn | The Organic Gypsy

      June 17, 2020 at 7:09 am

      Soooo, my mom is visiting on Friday and we were going to google how to make Margaritas as she really loves them. But for some reason we have no idea how to make it! So, I think your post was just perfect timing! Have to try it with her. Great post.

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      • Aimee Burmester

        June 17, 2020 at 7:42 am

        Oh yay! That makes me so happy! Enjoy!

        Reply
    2. Tonyalee

      June 17, 2020 at 5:30 pm

      Girl, I need 3 oz in my own margarita not for two! Lol this sounds delish! Thanks for sharing.

      Tonyalee @ https://www.vivaciousbibliophile.com

      Reply

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