Jalapeno Margaritas

My favorite Cocktail of all time - The Margarita!! Imagine my surprise when I found a Jalapeno Margarita on a menu a a local restaurant one day; It did not dissapoint!! Of course, I had to find out how one makes this at home. Having tried many versions at home, here is the one we have come up with @sugarathome (yessss.. there are many versions!!). 

You Will Need: Makes 1 Margarita (multiply ingredients as needed)

* 2-4 thinly sliced Jalapeno pepper slices 

* Ice cubes (2-3)

* 1.5oz Tequila 

* 5tbsp Fresh Lime Juice, squeezed 

* 2tbsp Orange Juice 

* 4tbsp Margarita Mix 

* 1oz Tripple Sec 

For the Rim:

* 2tbsp Paprika 

* 2tbsp Coarse Salt 

* 1tsp Fresh Black Pepper 

* Lime wedge 

Tip: You will need a cocktail shaker for best results. 

Directions:

1. Using a cocktail shaker combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice. margarita mix, and triple sec. Shake to combine well.

2. Run the lime wedge on the edge of the glass. Combine the salt, pepper and paprika in a shallow bowl. Dip the glass rim down into the mixture. 

3. Add the ice cubes to the glass, and pour the mixture from the cocktail shaker into the glass. Add the jalapeno slices to the drink, and swirl around for a few seconds ensuring the jalapenos are mixed in. Add the lime wedge to the rim.

 

Enjoy! 

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