Spicy Cilantro Cucumber Margarita

This Spicy Cilantro Cucumber Margarita is a vibrant and herbaceous twist on the classic margarita. Using a blender to combine fresh Persian cucumbers, cilantro, sugar, lime zest, lime juice, and a hint of jalapeño, this cocktail offers a refreshing and slightly spicy flavor. The delicate cucumber adds a verdant hue, while the jalapeño provides an optional heat level that can be adjusted by the drinker. Perfect for entertaining, this margarita can be prepared in advance, allowing you to spend more time with your guests.

Spicy Cilantro Cucumber Margarita

A refreshing and herbaceous margarita with cucumber, cilantro, and a hint of jalapeño for a touch of heat.

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Ingredients

  • 3 oz Persian cucumbers, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp cilantro leaves and tender stems, roughly chopped
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp finely grated fresh lime zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
  • 1/2 tsp minced jalapeño
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 1/2 to 2 oz white tequila
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a high-speed blender, blend the cucumbers, cilantro, sugar, lime zest, lime juice, and minced jalapeño until the mixture is foamy and well blended.
  2. Pour the mixture into a fine-mesh sieve set over a large measuring cup and strain the liquid from the solids, discarding the solids.
  3. Stir in a pinch of salt into the strained cucumber liquid, then mix it with tequila. Set aside or refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
  4. When ready to serve, rim your glass with salt, if desired, by moistening the rim of a rocks glass with the reserved lime rinds and dipping it into sea salt.
  5. Fill the glass with ice and shake the margarita in an ice-filled cocktail shaker.
  6. Pour the margarita into the prepared rocks glass and garnish with a slice or two of jalapeño on top of the ice, as desired for heat.