Spicy Mango Margarita

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This spicy mango margarita is the perfect drink to enjoy for cocktail hour or for serving with Mexican food.

Made in minutes, this refreshing cocktail recipe is the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Why This Recipe Rocks

This spicy mango margarita recipe is a fun twist on a classic margarita. Infused with fresh mango flavor.

This spicy margarita is easy to make at home. From scratch is always tastier than using a store-bought margarita mix.

These are perfect for any Mexican fiesta themed gathering or for a cinco de mayo party.

Ingredients

Just a few simple ingredients are needed to make these spicy mango jalapeño margaritas.

mango nectar or mango juice
tequila - I like a Blanco or silver tequila
triple sec - is an orange flavored liqueur found in the liquor section of grocery stores.
fresh lime juice
Tajin seasoning or chili powder
lime wedge

See recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

The full recipe instructions for this copycat recipe are in the recipe card, below but here is a step by step overview.

First step: Pour a cup of ice into the cocktail shaker.

Pour tequila and triple sec into the shaker.

Add a squeeze of lime

Add mango juice.

Prepare the rim of your glass with a chili-lime salt rim.

Hint: Rub the rim with a lime and then place glass upside down on plate with chili salt.

Add a couple of slices of jalapeño to the drink.

Substitutions & Variations

You can easily change this up a bit.

Cointreau - if you don't have triple sec, this is the next best liqueur to use.
Sweeter - instead of agave, you can use simple syrup to sweeten.
Fresh Mango Puree -or fresh mango juice will also work in place of the mango nectar.
Salt Rim - You can always use salt for the rim instead of a spicy one. Use kosher salt for salting margarita rims.

Equipment

Just a few bar tools are needed for this delicious cocktail

cocktail shaker
jigger
margarita glasses

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will last for a couple of days. More than likely, you won't have leftovers.

Top tip

You can make a big batch of these by multiplying the recipe ingredients into a pitcher.

Recipe FAQs

How do I sweeten my fresh fruit margarita?

You can use agave nectar, honey, simple syrup, or another sweetener of your choice.

What kind of blender should I use to make fresh fruit margaritas?

A high-powered blender with a strong motor and sharp blades is ideal for making fresh fruit margaritas - I like this one.

Can I make fresh fruit margaritas ahead of time?

es, you can make fresh fruit margaritas ahead of time, but it's best to wait until just before serving to blend in the ice. Store the mixture in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.

More Tasty Cocktail Recipes

Mango Frozen Margarita - a non-spicy frozen mango margarita recipe made with fresh mangoes.

Pineapple Rum Punch - a refreshing cocktail made with orange juice and pineapple juice.

Mango Rum Runner Spritzer- a fun party punch recipe with sweet mangos and rum.

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