Spicy Strawberry Margarita

Try a Spicy Strawberry Margarita for Taco Tuesdays and every other day that ends with a ‘y.’ The homemade strawberry jalapeno syrup kicks it up about ten notches.

If you want to scale it up for a pitcher of margs, my new favorite way to make batch drinks is by making a purée. So whether you have fresh strawberries or cucumbers or jalapeños, you can blend them with water, strain, and use in my cocktails! It’s such an easy way to add flavor. Pro tip: if you have fruit going bad you could make a purée and freeze in an ice tray 😉

Watch Me Mix a Spicy Strawberry Margarita

How to Make a Spicy Strawberry Margarita

• In a cocktail shaker, add tequila, Cointreau, strawberry jalapeno syrup, and lime juice and shake.
• Shake for at least 30 seconds.
• Rim glass with lime juice and Tajin.
• Option to double strain, but I like to just strain to get all the goods in the glass.
• Garnish with a sliced strawberry and enjoy!

How to Make Strawberry Jalapeño Syrup

Making homemade syrups is so easy and this spicy strawberry syrup is no different. Here’s how:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup water
• 1 cup sugar
• 2-3 jalapeno slices
• 2-3 strawberries, chopped

Instructions:

• Add to a saucepan on medium heat and bring to a boil.
• Once sugar dissolves, let simmer for another 5 minutes.
• Take off the heat and let cool.
• Option to strain or keep the solids for an added kick!