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Jalapeño Margarita Pitcher

Spicy Jalapeño Margarita Pitcher for a Refreshing Twist

Enjoy a crowd-pleasing Jalapeño Margarita Pitcher that combines spicy, tangy, and sweet flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Infusion Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Margarita
  • 750 ml Tequila Use your favorite brand
  • 1 cup Fresh Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is recommended
  • 1/2 cup Agave Nectar Can be replaced with honey or simple syrup
  • 3-5 slices Jalapeño Slices Adjust for spice level
  • 1/4 cup Orange Liqueur Optional
  • 2 cups Ice Cubes Add just before serving
Serving Essentials
  • 1 cup Salt for Rimming Glasses Coarse salt works beautifully
  • 1 cup Fresh Lime Wedges For garnish

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Fine Mesh Strainer

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Infuse the tequila by slicing fresh jalapeños and placing them in a bottle of tequila. Seal tightly and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
  2. In a large pitcher, combine the infused tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar. Add orange liqueur if desired, and stir for 30 seconds.
  3. Prepare serving glasses by rimming them with salt using a lime wedge.
  4. Fill rimmed glasses with ice just before serving. Pour the margarita mixture, filling glasses three-quarters full.
  5. Let the margarita sit for 10 minutes to mellow the spice, and garnish with lime wedges and jalapeño slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgSugar: 10gVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover margarita in the fridge for up to 24 hours and consider freezing it in ice cube trays for later use.

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