Spice up your summer with this fun and flavorful recipe for a Jalapeno Dragon Fruit Margarita. Perfect for outdoor gatherings!
Are you ready to add a burst of unique and delicious flavor into your next cocktail? Say hello to the Jalapeno Dragonfruit Margarita!
This spicy-sweet concoction combines jalapenos, dragon fruit, and tequila for an unforgettable adult beverage.
Not only does this bright margarita have a vivid appearance that’s eye-catching — it also has one heck of a punch with its zesty combo of bold ingredients.
Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, this recipe should be included in your next happy hour gathering or weekend brunch get together.
So pull out the shaker, prep up those ingredients, turn on some music — it’s time for the Jalapeno Dragon Fruit Margaritas!
Tips for Making the BEST Margaritas
- Chill your glasses ahead of time to help ensure the cocktail remains cool to the very last sip.
- Choose premium liquors for the best results. You don’t need to reach for the top shelf but at least avoid scraping the bottom of the barrel.
- To make sure your cocktail is properly chilled, consider using larger ice cubes. They melt slower and won’t water down your drink as quickly.
- Garnish with lime wheels and dragon fruit pieces.
- We used a tajin rim, but feel free to rim your glass as desired.
- Enjoy your margarita and don’t forget to drink responsibly. Cheers!
About the Ingredients for Jalapeno Cantaloupe Margarita
Tequila – I used Jose Cuervo “Gold” tequila but any blanco or resposado tequilas will work well in a Margarita.
Grand Marnier – Grand Marnier is a good choice here but you could opt for any orange flavoured liqueur.
Dragon fruit – We used a yellow dragon fruit but you can use any variety of dragon fruit for this cocktail. If you can’t get a hold of dragon fruit, you can substitute with ripe, fresh kiwi instead for a similar flavour.
Jalapeno syrup – If you can’t find jalapeno syrup you can infuse simple syrup with slices of jalapeno instead. Just add slices to your sugar and water when heating.
Juice – Any tropical fruit juice will do. Make sure it is one you enjoy!
Lime – Fresh lime juice is best but you can substitute with an ounce of margarita mix or bottled lime juice.
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Jalapeno Dragon Fruit Margarita
Yields: 2 8 oz servings | Prep Time: 3 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 oz. Jose Cuervo Tequila Gold
- 2 oz Triple Sec
- 1 Fresh yellow dragon fruit, cut in half and flesh scooped out
- 1 oz Jalapeno Syrup
- 2 oz Tropical Fruit juice
- 1 fresh lime, juiced
- Ice
For the Garnish:
- Dragon fruit slices
- Lime slices
- Jalapeno slices
Tools:
Cheese cloth
Directions:
Using a small glass, place the dragon fruit flesh onto the center of the cheesecloth and wrap the cheesecloth around the fruit.
Squeeze the juice from the dragon fruit into the glass.
To a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the tequila, triple sec, dragon fruit juice, jalapeno syrup, tropical fruit juice, and lime juice.
Give the shaker a few good shakes and then pour into a 8oz glass filled with ice.
Garnish with lime wedge, jalapeno slices and dragon fruit wheel.
Enjoy!
Jalapeno Dragon Fruit Margarita
Spice up your summer with this fun and flavorful recipe for a Jalapeno Dragon Fruit Margarita. Perfect for outdoor gatherings!
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Jose Cuervo Tequila Gold
- 2 oz Triple Sec
- 1 Fresh yellow dragon fruit, cut in half and flesh scooped out
- 1 oz Jalapeno Syrup
- 2 oz Tropical Fruit juice
- 1 fresh lime, juiced
- Ice
For the Garnish:
- Dragon fruit slices
- Lime slices
- Jalapeno slices
Tools:
- Cheese cloth
Instructions
- Using a small glass, place the dragon fruit flesh onto the center of the cheesecloth and wrap the cheesecloth around the fruit.
- Squeeze the juice from the dragon fruit into the glass.
- To a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add the tequila, triple sec, dragon fruit juice, jalapeno syrup, tropical fruit juice, and lime juice.
- Give the shaker a few good shakes and then pour into a 8oz glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with lime wedge, jalapeno slices and dragon fruit wheel.
- Enjoy!
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2Serving Size:
8 ozAmount Per Serving: Calories: 396Total Fat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 141mgCarbohydrates: 61gFiber: 5gSugar: 39gProtein: 5g
This information is provided as a courtesy and for entertainment purposes only. This information comes from online calculators. Although lifeloveliz.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.
Liz Lampman is a coffee-fuelled Mom of 2 girls and lives in Hamilton, Ontario. She enjoys cooking and baking, food photography, and reading.