05 Aug Spicy jalapeno and grapefruit margarita – party on!
I bought the ingredients for this margarita a few weeks ago now, but I haven’t had a chance to make it (or drink it), as yet!
Tonight is the night!
It is a spicy jalapeno and grapefruit margarita! **chef’s kiss.
Spicy jalapeno and grapefruit margarita - party on!
Author: My Health Zest - adapted from Love and Lemons blog
Recipe type: Cocktail
Cuisine: Spicy
Prep time:
Cook time:
Total time:
Serves: 4
Ingredients
- ¾ cup of tequila
- ½ cup of tripe sec or grand marnier
- ½ cup of grapefruit or orange juice
- ⅓ - ½ of a jalapeno pepper
- ½ cup fresh lime juice
- sparkling water
- handful of ice
- dried botanicals for serving
Instructions
- Slice the jalapeno pepper and let steep in the tequila ( a small jug is good for this) for 15 minutes (or more if you want more spice)
- Add the grapefruit juice, lime juice and triple sec and stir.
- Prepare a fresh glass with a handful of ice.
- For a milder marg (my preference) pour half a glass then top with sparkling water.
- If you are looking to knock yourself out (please don't!) - fill the glass to ¾ full and add a splash of sparkling water.
- Garnish with dehydrated orange slices or other botanicals.
- Enjoy!
-
- Et Voila! A yummy margarita! Enjoy
-
- Steeping the jalapeno
-
- Ruby red grapefruit
No Comments