Welcome to the GND Recipes Library! If the traditional Margarita is a staple, the Spicy Jalapeño Margarita is its bold, adventurous sibling. The combination of high-quality tequila with the vibrant, warming heat of jalapeño creates a completely addictive flavor profile. It is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for those who like a little fire in their glass.

Recipe Details

• Prep Time: 3 Minutes

• Servings: 1 Drink

• Difficulty: Medium

Ingredients

• 2 oz Premium Blanco Tequila (100% Agave)

• 1 oz Cointreau or Orange Liqueur

• 1 oz Freshly squeezed lime juice

• 1/2 oz Agave nectar (adjust for sweetness)

• Tajín or chili-salt blend for the rim

• Ice cubes

• GND Jalapeño Halfs for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prep the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your rocks glass and dip it into the Tajín or chili-salt. Fill the glass with fresh ice.

2. Combine: In a cocktail shaker, add the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice, and agave nectar.

3. Shake: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.

4. Strain: Strain the chilled cocktail into your prepared, salt-rimmed glass.

5. Garnish: Carefully place a dehydrated jalapeño half on top of the drink.

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