Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita with Chili Seasoned Rim
Servings 2 generous margaritas
Rim Seasoning- 1 tbsp. kosher salt
- 1 lime zested
- 1 tsp. chili powder
Margarita- 1/2 cup tequila (We used Pantalones Tequila)
- 1/2 cup fresh squeezed lime juice
- 1/2 cup simple syrup (see below) or Agave Nectar
- 1/8 cup chopped jalapeño
- 1/4 cup chopped English cucumber seeded
Better for You Simple Syrup- 2/3 cup water
- 1/3 cup turbinado sugar
Rim SeasoningUsing a wedge of lime with a small slice in the middle, fit over the rim of the glass and swirl around the entire rim of the glass. This can be done ahead of time, so your glasses are already prepared.
Dip the glass rim in the ingredient mixture until well coated.
MargaritaCombine all of the above ingredients and muddle together in a spouted mixing cup.
Fill shaker with ice.
Using a strainer, pour the muddled margarita mixture over the ice. Shake the mixture several times. You will have enough for 2 batches, each batch making one generous margarita.
Place 3-4 ice cubes in each glass and pour your first batch of chilled margaritas over the cubes in your rimmed and prepared glass. Repeat.
Garnish with thinly sliced English cucumbers and jalapeños.
Place garnishes on top of the ice cubes so they will stay afloat.
Better for You Simple Syrup