Blood Orange Jalapeño Margarita

3 from 4 ratings

A little tart and a little spicy, this margarita is perfect for the tequila lover with a bit of an attitude to sip on this Cinco de Mayo.This recipe is courtesy of Natalie's Orchid Island Juice.

Servings

servings

Ingredients

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
2 –3 jalapeño slices
1 ounce jalapeño simple syrup
1/2 cup natalie’s blood orange juice
2 ounce natalie’s margarita mix
2 ounce tequila
1 ounce triple sec
jalapeño slice, for garnish

Directions

In a small pot, combine water, sugar, and jalapeño slices. Bring to a boil for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
Strain through a metal sieve.
Store in an airtight container in fridge for up to 2 weeks.
In a shaker, add jalapeño simple syrup, margarita mix, blood orange juice, tequila, triple sec, and ice.
Shake. Then, pour into a salt-rimmed glass.
Garnish with a slice of jalapeño.