This Spicy Margarita is the perfect combination of sweet, tart, and spice! Made with tequila, limeade, and pineapple juice this margarita packs some serious flavor. Enjoy this spicy twist on an old classic to bring the heat to your next gathering. For an added touch of class (and sweetness!), top off your cocktail with a fresh slice of pineapple.
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❤️ Why this recipe works
- The spiciness of this cocktail comes from the ghost pepper tequila which adds a zesty kick that balances out the sweetness of the pineapple juice.
- The tartness of limeade and tequila keeps it balanced for a drink you won't be able to put down.
- The spicy margarita is beautifully colored making it perfect for spring and summer gatherings.
🥘Ingredients
These are the main ingredients, all ingredients with amounts are in the recipe card at the bottom.
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- Ghost Pepper Tequila
- pineapple juice
- limeade
- limes, cut optional garnish
- sliced pineapple optional garnish
🥘 Equipment
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- Add ice to an 8-ounce glass.
- Pour ghost pepper tequila, pineapple juice, and limeade into a glass and mix well.
- Add cut limes and sliced pineapple to the rim of the glass as a garnish, optional.
How to store, reheat, and freeze
- This spicy tequila margarita is best enjoyed right away. However, leftovers of this margarita can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
💭 Expert Tips
Expert Tip: This recipe makes 6 ounce margaritas. If you prefer a large drink you can double it.
📋 Frequently Asked Questions
Ghost Pepper Tequila is the best choice for a spicy margarita. It adds just the right amount of heat that balances out the sweetness of pineapple juice and tartness of limeade.
This tequila is spicy because of the pepper extract that is added to it.
For an extra kick, you could add slices of jalapeno or serrano peppers to the glass.
🧾 Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.
- The ghost pepper tequila can be substituted for jalapeño tequila or regular tequila.
- If desired, Cholula hot sauce and salt can be used to rim the glass before step 1.
- Rose’s Lime and salt can also be used for a less spicy garnish around the rim.
- Or you could also run a lime wedge around the edge of the glass and then dip it in sugar if you prefer a sweet coating to balance out the spice.
- This drink is not SUPER spicy, the ghost pepper flavor gives it a nice little kick, but it is not so spicy that it will make your forehead sweat or anything. The jalapeño tequila produces a little less spicy flavor than the ghost pepper or regular tequila can be used for a less spicy drink.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
I love to serve my cocktail with a Mexican themed meal this Slow Cooker Mexican Shredded Beef, it's great for taco bowls, tacos, or even a low-carb meal.
My favorite side dish to serve with a meal like this is these Slow Cooker Black Beans. They are so easy to make and full of flavor.
End this savory meal with a sweet treat like this Instant Pot Churro Bites recipe. They are so simple to make and full of sweet cinnamon flavor.
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Spicy Margarita Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1.5 ounces Ghost Pepper Tequila
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- .5 ounces limeade
- limes, cut optional garnish
- sliced pineapple optional garnish
Instructions
- Add ice to an 8-ounce glass.
- Pour ghost pepper tequila, pineapple juice, and limeade into a glass and mix well.
- Add cut limes and sliced pineapple to the rim of the glass as a garnish, optional.
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