Spicy Mango Margarita (Fire Sign)
featured in What's Your Element Cocktail?
This vibrant cocktail blends the sweetness of ripe mangoes with the zesty tang of fresh orange and lime juice, elevated by a kick of homemade serrano pepper-infused simple syrup. Served in a Tajín-rimmed glass, each sip offers a delightful balance of sweet, sour, and spicy notes. Garnished with Tajín-dusted mango cubes and a slice of serrano pepper, this refreshing drink is perfect for a summer evening or any festive occasion!
Tasty Team
Total Time
15 minutes
15 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
5 minutes
5 min
Total Time
15 minutes
15 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
5 minutes
5 min
Ingredients
for 4 servings
Serrano Simple syrup
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 3 serrano peppers, with seeds
Mango Margarita
- ½ ripe mango, cubed
- 3 oz fresh orange juice
- 3 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz silver tequila
- 2 oz serrano simple syrup
Nutrition Info
- Calories 241
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 46g
- Fiber 1g
- Sugar 43g
- Protein 0g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Prepare the Serrano Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water. Add the serrano peppers with seeds.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain out the serrano peppers and transfer the syrup to a container. Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
- Make the Mango Margarita: In a blender, combine the cubed mango, fresh orange juice, and fresh lime juice. Blend until smooth.
- In a cocktail shaker, add the mango puree, tequila, serrano simple syrup, and ice. Shake until well combined.
- Rim two cocktail glasses with chamoy, then immediately dip them in Tajín. Add 1 large ice cube to the glass. Pour in the margarita mixture.
- Garnish with mango cubes dipped in Tajín and a slice of serrano.
- Enjoy!
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