Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos
*This post is sponsored by Herradura Ultra Tequila. As always all opinions expressed are 100% my own.*** Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos is a refreshing cocktail made with cucumbers, mint, tequila, lime juice, and jalapenos! Cheers!
Once the weather starts to warm up, I get giddy for outside festivities.
Whether it’s inviting the gaggle over for a girls only happy hour on the patio or grilling dinner with my hubby, everything feels better when you’re outside.
BUT! The one thing that’s key to any successful outside situation is selecting the right cocktail to end the day. I can’t tell you how excited I am to share this Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos with y’all.
Not only are the ingredients incredible thanks to Herradura Ultra Tequila, but it’s bursting with flavor and doesn’t take long to shake up and pour.
Alright, ready to see what the poster child cocktail of summer 2022 will look like?
What’s in this Spicy Cucumber Margarita?
When it comes to making a margarita you want to source the best ingredients possible. In my opinion the best way to take your margarita to the next level is by selecting the best tequila.
Tequila is the foundation of every margarita and the only kind of tequila that I can recommend is Herradura Ultra Cristalino Añejo. Why? Because it’s made from hand-harvested agave and barrel aged to perfection, this premium añejo tequila undergoes a charcoal filtering process that creates a superior clear finish and unparalleled smoothness.
The complex taste of cooked agave, caramel, honey and toasted almonds make Tequila Herradura Ultra Cristalino Añejo the best tequila for enhancing cocktails. Which is why it’s the star in this Spicy Cucumber Margarita.
Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos:
For this recipe you will need:
- Fresh mint leaves
- 2 ounces of Herradura Ultra tequila
- 1 ounce orange liquor
- Fresh cucumber
- Fresh lime juice
- Fresh jalapeno rounds
- Granulated sugar
- Kosher salt
- Lime wedge
- Chili powder
Tips for Making this Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos:
- Cucumber. I find using a hothouse cucumber doesn’t taste as waxy as a regular cucumber. However, use whatever you have in the fridge.
- Jalapenos. If you want less heat in this cocktail recipe you will want to remove the seeds prior to adding to the cocktail shaker.
- Orange liquor. If you don’t have an orange liquor handy, you can always do a squeeze of orange juice + zest instead!
- Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos. These can be made ahead of time because the longer they sit in the fridge the more flavorful they will become!
Frequently Asked Questions:
Where Can I find this Tequila Herradura Ultra Cristalino Añejo?
Most retail liquor stores carry this tequila. However, if you have Drizly in your area and are of 21+ drinking age you can order direct from them and have it delivered to your home!
Can you make this drink for a crowd?
You bet! Simply use parts instead to make a pitcher sized option to serve a larger crowd.
Can I make this drink ahead of time?
Yes! You can pour the shaken mixture into a container to store in the fridge until ready to assemble.
For more information on Tequila Herradura Ultra Cristalino Añejo, you can visit their website: https://www.herradura.com
Spicy Cucumber Margarita with Tequila Lime Pickled Jalapenos
Ingredients
- For the margarita:
- 5 Cucumber rounds
- 4 to 5 Fresh mint leaves
- 2 ounces Herradura Ultra Tequila
- 1 ounce Triple sec
- 1 tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 2 Jalapeno rounds
- 2 tsp Granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup Kosher salt
- Lime wedge
- 1 tsp Chili powder
- Ginger beer or Tonic Water (optional)
- For the tequila lime pickled jalapenos:
- 4 medium Jalapenos, sliced into rounds
- 1/2 cup Herradura Ultra Tequila
- 2 tbsp Fresh lime juice
Instructions
- For the margarita:
- In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt and chili powder. Take the lime wedge and rub the rim of a cocktail glass. Next, place the rim of the glass into the salt.
- Next, place the cucumber, mint, Herradura tequila, triple sec, lime juice, jalapeno rounds, and granulated sugar in a cocktail shaker. Muddle the ingredients. Add crushed ice to the cocktail shaker and shake.
- Add crushed ice into the salt rimmed cocktail glass. Pour the mixture from the cocktail shaker into the prepared cocktail glass. Top with ginger beer or tonic water. Garnish with tequila lime pickled jalapenos.
- For the tequila lime pickled jalapenos:
- In a medium-sized jar fitted with a lid add the jalapenos. Next, add in the Herradura tequila and lime juice. Cover and chill for 30 minutes or longer for a more intense flavor!
