Jalapeno Mezcal Margarita
Yield: 1 margarita
Smoky mezcal is infused with fresh jalapeno for a bold and spicy margarita, all in a chili salt rimmed glass.
Ingredients
Jalapeno Mezcal (small batch)
- 2 cups mezcal (I recommend Sombra if you want a more pronounced smoky flavor.)
- 6 slices fresh jalapeno, cut 1/4" thick
Chili Salt Rim (small batch)
- 2 tablespoons kosher salt
- 1 tablespoons chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon chipotle powder
- a few grinds of freshly ground black pepper in a course/larger grind
- fresh lime wedge
Jalapeno Mezcal Margarita (one drink)
- 2 ounces prepared jalapeno mezcal
- 2 ounces fresh squeezed lime juice
- ½ ounce Cointreau
- 3 to 4 drops orange bitters
- ½ teaspoon honey
- chopped ice
- 1 fresh lime wedge, for garnish
- 1 fresh jalapeno slice, for garnish
Instructions
- Jalapeno Mezcal: First create a small batch of jalapeno mezcal; this will make enough for multiple drinks. Pour mezcal into a pint jar or other glass container. Add jalapeno slices and cover. Refrigerate overnight and then remove jalapeno slices. Leave jalapenos in longer for a spicier mezcal. This will keep well in the refrigerator for a couple months.
- Chili Salt Rim: Now create a small batch of chili salt, enough for multiple drinks. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients. Transfer to a small plate. Run the cut side of a fresh lime wedge around the rim of a 10 ounce glass. Dip wet rim into chili salt. Set glass aside. Chili salt will keep well in an airtight container for a few months.
- Jalapeno Mezcal Margarita: To your prepared glass, add jalapeno mezcal, lime juice, Cointreau, orange bitters, and honey. Stir vigorously until honey is incorporated. Add chopped ice to fill glass and a give a little stir to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge and jalapeno slice. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 372kcal Carbohydrates: 47g Protein: 5g Fat: 2g Saturated Fat: 1g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g Sodium: 17mg Potassium: 1407mg Fiber: 15g Sugar: 30g Vitamin A: 5850IU Vitamin C: 657mg Calcium: 73mg Iron: 1mg
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