Spicy and sweet, this is a Margarita for the semi-adventurous spirit. It is actually not too spicy and that is due impart to the use of the sweeter reposado tequila versus an unaged blanco, and Don Julio is certainly one of the better options. The other sweeteners, the cognac-based Grand Marnier and agave nectar, also help quell the jalapeno's spiciness so the drink is very palatable and pleasing.
However, when it comes to any drink that uses peppers I do caution you to not attempt on of those "how hot can I make this" challenges because drinking overly spicy things is different than eating them.
Prep Time: 4 minutes
Total Time: 4 minutes
Yield: 1 Cocktail
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 oz Tequila Don Julio Reposado
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 jalapeno pepper, muddled
- 1/2 oz Grand Marnier orange liqueur
- Splash of orange bitters
- Splash of agave nectar
- Jalapeno pepper for garnish
Preparation:
- In a Boston shaker, muddle jalapeno.
- Add in Don Julio Reposado, lime juice, Grand Marnier and agave syrup to the Boston shaker with ice.
- Shake well.
- Strain into a highball glass over ice or in a cocktail glass with no ice.
- Garnish with a jalapeno.
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