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
for the jalapeno mezcal:
- 2 cups mezcal I recommend Sombra if you want a more pronounced smoky flavor.
- 6 slices fresh jalapeno cut 1/4" thick
for the chili salt rim:
- 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
for the jalapeno mezcal margarita:
- 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
- fresh lime wedge for garnish
- fresh jalapeno slice for garnish
Instructions
- for the jalapeno mezcal: 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.
- for the chili salt rim: 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.
- to create the jalapeno mezcal margarita: To your prepared glass, add jalapeno mezcal, lime juice, Cointreau, orange bitters, and honey. Stir vigorously with a mini whisk 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!
Notes
from a farmgirl's dabbles
Nutrition Information:
Serving: 1 Calories: 1087kcal Carbohydrates: 42g Protein: 4g Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Sodium: 14205mg Fiber: 12g Sugar: 17g
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