Tired of being stuck inside and longing for a taste of the tropics? Try this fresh, spicy and EASY margarita recipe to de-stress and welcome the weekend. Close your eyes and you’re practically right there on the beach in Puerto Vallarta.

Not a fan of spicy cocktails? Try this Strawberry Mint Margarita instead, you won’t regret it. More of a Bourbon drinker? Cozy up to a Bourbon Sour with Thyme simple syrup. Don’t drink, try the mocktail version in the notes, or make some infused water.

Spicy Margarita with Jalapeño and Ginger Purées

10 minutes | 1 cocktail

Ingredients

• 2 oz tequila
• 0.5 oz lime juice
• 0.5 oz orange liqueur (or pineapple orange juice for a twist)
• 2 tsp. agave nectar
• ½ tsp. Jalapeno Purée
• ½ tsp. Ginger Purée
• 2 oz club soda
• lime wedges
• kosher salt

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