Welcome to the fiesta, amigos! Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a twist on the classic margarita? Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and ignite your senses with the Spicy Strawberry Margarita – a delightful concoction that combines the sweetness of strawberries with a fiery kick of spice.
Picture this: you're lounging under the warm sun, surrounded by friends and family, with a refreshing drink in hand. But this isn't just any ordinary drink – it's a Spicy Strawberry Margarita that's guaranteed to spice up your fiesta!
So, how do you make this tantalizing cocktail? Let's break it down:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz triple sec
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 2-3 fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 oz agave syrup (adjust to taste)
- A splash of spicy jalapeño-infused simple syrup (recipe below)
- Ice
- Red Clay Spicy Margarita Salt for rimming the glass
- Fresh strawberries and jalapeño slices for garnish
Instructions:
1. Start by preparing your glass. Run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass, then dip the rim into Spicy Margarita Salt to coat it.
2. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the sliced strawberries until they release their juices.
3. Add tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, agave syrup, and a splash of jalapeño-infused simple syrup to the shaker.
4. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds to chill the mixture.
5. Strain the cocktail into your prepared margarita glass filled with ice.
6. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and a jalapeño slice for an extra kick.
7. ¡Salud! Your Spicy Strawberry Margarita is ready to enjoy!
Now, let's talk about that spicy jalapeño-infused simple syrup. It's what gives this margarita its fiery kick! Here's how to make it:
Spicy Jalapeño-Infused Simple Syrup:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers, sliced (adjust to taste)
Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine water and sugar.
2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has completely dissolved.
3. Add sliced jalapeño peppers to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, then remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
5. Strain the syrup to remove the jalapeño slices, then transfer it to a clean glass jar or bottle for storage.
With this homemade spicy syrup on hand, you can easily add a kick to all your favorite cocktails!
Now, sit back, relax, and sip on your Spicy Strawberry Margarita as you celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style. Let the flavors dance on your palate as you toast to good times, great company, and the rich cultural heritage of Mexico. ¡Viva la fiesta!
