Texas Margarita
This spicy Texas Margarita is a bit tart,a bit sweet, with a kick from jalapeno and a sparkle from champagne. Perfect for the big game.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 231kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup tequila
- ¼ cup lime juice
- ¼ cup Grand Marnier
- ⅛ cup orange juice
- 1 teaspoon agave (optional)
- 1-2 jalapeno slices seeded or not according to heat desired
- 6 oz sparkling wine or champagne
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, Grand Marnier, lime juice, orange juice and, if using, a teaspoon of agave nectar.
- Add a slice or two of jalapenos, with or without the seeds, depending on how much heat you prefer. Muddle these together.
- Prepare glasses by rubbing rims with a wedge of lime and dipping into coarse salt.
- Fill glasses with crushed ice.
- Strain cocktail mixture into 2 glasses.
- Top each glass with sparkling wine or champagne.
- Garnish glasses with a lime and half an orange slice and a few slices of jalapeno.
Notes
Texas Margarita by the Pitcher
Combine 1 cup each tequila, lime juice, and Grand Marnier, ½ cup orange juice, 4 teaspoons agave (optional), and 4-8 jalapeno slices in a pitcher. Just prior to serving, pour in 24 ounces (3 cups) sparkling wine or champagne.
Nutrition
Calories: 231kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 141mg | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 16.8mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg
