Spice up your favorite beverage with this Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita! It’s fresh and lively, with a spicy finish.
Here’s a cocktail that’s a study in contrasts: try it Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita! This drink effortlessly combines crisp and fresh with spicy pungency. And this combination of flavors couldn’t be more delicious. Each sip is refreshing and spa-worthy, but the finish is killer! This is a twist on our savory cucumber margarita, and we have to say the addition of jalapeno makes it infinitely tastier.
What’s in a Pickle Jalapeno Margarita?
The two main ingredients of this recipe are of course already in the title! This fresh vegetable pairs perfectly with one of the most classic cocktails of all time. Invented in Mexico in the 1930s, the margarita has enjoyed great popularity around the world since its invention. The classic definition of this famous cocktail comes from the International Bartender Association’s official IBA cocktails: just tequila, triple sec and lime juice. For this tour you need:
How spicy is this margarita? jalapeno Peppers vary
If you’re used to using jalapeno peppers, you’ll know that peppers can vary in heat! This drink will therefore vary depending on the peppers and how many slices of peppers you use. Here are some general usage guidelines:
- 3 thin slices of jalapeno pepper make a medium hot drink. Add more for a super flavorful drink or use less for a mild heat.
- Remove the seeds for a smoother drink. This reduces the heat even further. Some peppers have areas with fewer seeds. If you want the seeds, slice more and use slices with more seeds.
Confusing tips
How do you get the cucumber and jalapeno flavor into this margarita? Confuse with! Blending is the process of crushing a fruit, vegetable or herb before using it in a drink. It releases the juices (or essential oils for herbs) for you to taste in the drink. Here are some tips for confusing:
- Do it right in the shaker. Place the cucumber and jalapeno slices in the bottom of a shaker. If you don’t have one, you can use a large metal mug or bowl.
- Use a wooden cocktail pestle or unfinished wooden spoon. Then gently puree the vegetables several times to add the juice directly into the drink. Leave them in the shaker while you shake the drink.
How to make a cucumber jalapeno margarita
Once you have your fresh ingredients, grab your tequila, triple sec and let’s mix! If you need more information on the best liquor, check out Best Tequila for Margaritas and Best Triple Sec for Margaritas. Then follow the steps below!
- Rim the glass with salt. Use a cucumber slice to wet the rim (since you already have it on hand!). Then dip the outside of the rim of the glass in a plate sprinkled with salt.
- Cut jalapeno peppers into thin slices. Be sure to wash your hands afterwards! You don’t want that tangy juice getting in your eyes (or anywhere else… just saying!) later.
- Shake in a cocktail shaker. Shake the ingredients with ice in a cocktail shaker! You do not have ? Use a covered jar with a lid.
- Pour into a glass and add ice. Pour into a glass and serve with ice. That’s it!
When to serve a cucumber jalapeno margarita
This Spicy Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita is festive and unique! It works like:
- Happy hour drink
- Drink at dinner
- Drinks late into the night
- Taco night or Cinco de Mayo drink
- Evening drink between boys or between girls
- Aperitif at aperitif time
The description
Spice up your favorite beverage with this Cucumber Jalapeno Margarita! It’s fresh and lively, with a spicy finish.
- 6 Cucumber slices, cut 1/8″ thick, plus more for garnish
- 3 at 4 jalapeno pepper slices
- 2 ounces*Tequila
- 1 ounce triple sec (or Cointreau)
- 1 ounce lime juice
- Ice to serve (try clear ice)
- Rub the rim of a lowball glass with a slice of cucumber. Dip the edge of the rim in a plate of salt (or use margarita salt for a celebratory look).
- Cut the jalapeño peppers into 3 to 4 thin slices. If you prefer a more subtle heat, scoop out the seeds.* (Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.)
- Place the cucumber and jalapeno slices in a shaker and puree (gently crush) to release the juice.
- Add tequila, triple sec and lime juice and fill the shaker with 4 ice cubes. Shake for 15 seconds until cool.
- Pour into a prepared glass and fill with ice. Garnish with cucumber slices.
Remarks
*To convert to tablespoons, 1 ounce = 2 tablespoons
- Category: drink
- Method: Shocked
- Kitchen: cocktails
- Diet: vegan
Keywords: Jalapeño Cucumber Margarita
More margarita recipes
There are so many different variations to try! Try each of our margarita recipes:
- Classic: Plain Margarita, Pattern Margarita, Casamigos Margarita, Texas Margarita, or Cointreau Margarita
- Light: Skinny Daisy, Virgin Daisy, Vodka Daisy or Frozen Daisy
- Alcoholic: Mezcal, Hennessy, Grand Marnier or Cadillac Margarita
- Fruity: Mango, Peach, Blueberry, Raspberry, Blackberry, Watermelon, Pineapple, Blood Orange, Orange or Grapefruit Margarita
- Sharp: Jalapeno Daisy or Pineapple Jalapeno Daisy
- Unique: Italian, Coconut, Blue, Prickly Pear, Hibiscus or Beer Margarita
