Devil’s Margarita Recipe
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Make this fiery Devil’s Margarita using chili-infused tequila and a spicy rim for a bold, craft cocktail experience.
- Author: sarahmiller
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
- Diet: Low Lactose
- 2 oz Blanco Tequila (chili-infused recommended)
- 1 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.75 oz Orange Liqueur (Cointreau or Triple Sec)
- 0.5 oz Agave Nectar or Simple Syrup
- 2–3 thin slices Fresh Jalapeño (or to taste)
- Pinch of Cayenne Pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Coarse Salt mixed with Chili Powder and Paprika (for rim)
- Lime wedge (for garnish)
- Prepare your glass: Rub the rim of a rocks or coupe glass with a lime wedge. Roll the rim in the salt and chili powder mixture. Set the glass aside.
- In a cocktail shaker, gently muddle the jalapeño slices with the agave nectar. Do not over-muddle; you want flavor, not excessive bitterness.
- Add the chili-infused tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice. Seal the shaker and shake well until thoroughly chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
- Double strain the mixture into your prepared, ice-filled glass.
- Garnish with a fresh lime wedge. Serve this fiery margarita immediately.
Notes
- For chili-infused tequila, let a few dried Arbol chilies or a sliced jalapeño sit in 8 oz of tequila for 2 to 4 hours, tasting frequently.
- Adjust the amount of agave nectar based on the tartness of your limes and your preference for sweetness.
- Use a high-quality Blanco tequila; its clean profile handles the spice well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 0
- Saturated Fat: 0
- Unsaturated Fat: 0
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 0
- Cholesterol: 0