This Spicy Mango Margarita is a vacation in a glass.
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It’s one of those easy recipes that’ll transport you to a sun-soaked beach, no matter where you are.
With just a few simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, you can easily make this great margarita that pairs well with any Mexican food.
I’m a sucker for a spice and sweetness combination. So, the first time I had this drink, it was love at first sip!
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Ingredients
- Silver tequila
- Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Fresh mango juice
- Fresh ripe mango
- Fresh Jalapeños
- Tajin chili powder
- Limes for garnish
This zesty and tropical cocktail is bursting with tropical flavors.
This fruity and spicy twist is a relatively modern take on the traditional lime margarita. It’s a perfect representation of Mexican cuisine, which is all about combining diverse flavors and textures.
Instructions
- Rim a cocktail glass with lime and dip in Tajin seasoning.
- Set the prepared glasses aside until ready to serve.
Pro Tips:
For a non-alcoholic version, simply skip the tequila and triple sec.
Instead of a cocktail shaker, use a high-speed blender to make a cocktail slushy.
You can store the margarita mix in the refrigerator for a few days.
Pair this easy recipe with some fresh guacamole and tortilla chips for a truly Mexican experience.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with a few slices of jalapeño and a few chunks of fresh mango.
- Muddle well.
- Add in ice, mango juice, lime juice, and whitetequila.
- Shake until well chilled.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or spice level to your liking until you find the right balance.
How to Adjust the Level of Spice
- To adjust the spiciness, start with 1 jalapeno slice and taste. Add more lime juice to make it less spicy.
- For a spicier drink, add 2-3 jalapeño slices.
Pour into a prepared cocktail glass filled with crushed ice or ice cubes.
Tajin only adds a little bit of heat. Instead of Tajin, make salt rims or use sugar.
To Garnish
Peel and cut the sweet mangos into chunks.
De-seed and thinly slice the jalapeño pepper.
Garnish with fresh mango, a jalapeno slice, and a lime wedge.
Frequently Asked Questions
No problem! You can use frozen mango chunks or high-quality mango juice instead. Just remember to adjust the sweetener as store-bought juice might already contain sugar. Fresh fruit is best when making a good margarita.
Of course! You can make a big batch of the margarita mix and keep it in the fridge. Just remember to give it a good stir before serving. See recipe for pitcher instructions.
Feel free to experiment! Pineapple or peach would work well in this recipe. Or swap for fresh orange juice or pineapple juice. You could also try a combination of fruits for a fun twist.
Traditionally, margaritas are served in a margarita glass, which has a broad, shallow bowl on a tall stem. But you can use any glass you like – a tumbler or a mason jar would also do the trick!
Using other peppers
A serrano pepper or habanero pepper can add a different kind of heat and flavor profile to your margarita. I do not recommend using green peppers in cocktails.
Just remember, some peppers are spicier than others, so adjust the amount accordingly.
More Tropical Recipes:
Spicy Mango Margarita is one of those cocktail recipes that is the perfect combination of tropical mango and fiery jalapeño. It’s a twist on the classic margarita recipe and is the perfect cocktail for Cinco de Mayo or just because.
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Spicy Mango Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau (orange liqueur)
- 2 jalapenos (2 small or 1 large)
- 1 oz lime juice (juice of 1 lime)
- 4 oz mango juice
- 1 mango diced (large)
- Tajin (for garnish)
- limes (for garnish)
Instructions
- Rim a cocktail glass with lime.
- Dip it into the Tajin and set aside.
- In a cocktail shared, add a slice of jalapeno (or 2 slices for spicier) and a few chunks of fresh mango.
- Muddle well.
- Add ice, tequila, lime juice, mango juice to the shaker
- Shake well until the shaker is chilled.
- Pour into prepared glass.
- Add more ice, if desired.
- Garnish with fresh mango, a slice of jalapeño, and lime wedge.
Notes
How to Make a Pitcher:
Let’s say you get ten glasses of 10-ounce servings per pitcher. Use 2 cups of silver tequila, 1 ¼ cup mango juice, ⅔ cup orange liqueur, and 1 sliced jalapeno. Muddle the jalapeno with some of the mango juice. Pour the jalapeno mixture into pitcher along with the rest of the ingredients. Stir and serve into prepared glasses with ice.Nutrition
Maggie Unzueta is the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer, videographer, and creator of In Mama Maggie's Kitchen. She has been developing easy and authentic Mexican food, Mexican-inspired recipes, and traveling tips since 2010. From family recipes to her extensive travels throughout Mexico, she brings traditional Mexican flavors from South of the Border and into your kitchen. Maggie has been featured in notable culinary websites and other media outlets. For more details, check out her About page.
Such an easy, delicious, and refreshing drink to make.
Perfect for this summer heat!
Glad you enjoyed this Spicy Mango Margarita! It’s indeed a great choice for cooling down during the summer.