Spicy Jalapeño Strawberry Basil Margarita

This Spicy Jalapeño Strawberry Basil Margarita is a delightful blend of sweet, tart, and fiery flavors. Infused with sliced jalapeños and jalapeño simple syrup, it offers a tantalizing spicy twist to the classic margarita, making it an irresistible choice for those who seek a little heat in their cocktails.

Spicy Jalapeño Strawberry Basil Margarita

A delightful blend of sweet, tart, and fiery flavors with a spicy kick from jalapeños and jalapeño simple syrup.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Casamigos Reposado tequila
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 2 large strawberries
  • 0.50 oz basil (or jalapeño) simple syrup
  • 4 basil leaves
  • 2 slices of jalapeño
  • 2 dashes of bitters
  • Cocktail garden salt, for rimming the glass

Instructions

  1. Wet the rim of a rocks glass with a lime or lemon wedge and dip it into the salt mixture.
  2. Combine all ingredients into a shaker tin.
  3. Muddle the basil and strawberries in the shaker.
  4. Add ice, shake vigorously, and strain the mixture into the salt-rimmed rocks glass.
  5. Add fresh ice and garnish as desired.