Blackberry Jalapeno Margarita
These blackberry jalapeno margaritas are so flavorful, so vibrant and so delicious. Sweet, spicy, floral and fun. Made using a jalapeno simple syrup, fresh blackberry and lime juices, tequila, then finished with a rim of chili lime or Tajin seasoning. You’ll have these on repeat this summer!
Ingredients
For the simple syrup:
- 1 jalapeno sliced
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup water
For the cocktail:
- 1 cup fresh blackberries (to yield about 2-3 oz of juice)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 3 oz tequila
- 3 oz jalapeno simple syrup
Instructions
- First, lets make the jalapeno simple syrup. Add water, sugar and sliced jalapeno to a medium saucepan. For less spice, remove the seeds of the jalapeno or at least most of them. For more spice, keep the seeds.
- Heat through on medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved and the liquid has taken on the flavor of the jalapeno. Set aside to fully cool. You can make this ahead of time as well and store in the fridge until ready to use.
- Now, add your fresh blackberries and lime juice to a bowl. Muddle the berries until they have broken down and released their juices.
- Strain out the pulp and seeds and set aside.
- Pour honey, agave or just plain water onto a shallow plate, then dip the rim of your glass into it.
- Then, add your chili lime or Tajin seasoning to another shallow plate and dip the rim of your glass into it. This is a great way to add flavor and elevate the look of your cocktail!
- Add the blackberry and lime juice, tequila, jalapeno simple syrup and ice to a cocktail shaker (or mason jar with a lid). Shake generously, then pour over ice in your rimmed glass. Enjoy!