In honor of Cinco de Mayo, I’m bringing back this popular cocktail, originally posted in 2017, that’s a little bit spicy and a little bit sweet. This Spicy Cucumber Margarita has a little something for everyone!
I interrupt an arduous yet satisfying task to bring you this Spicy Cucumber Margarita.
Arduous task? Spring cleaning our bookcases. I can’t begin to guess the number of books we have slowly accumulated over our 29 years of marriage.
It was time. Time to take ’em down, dust ’em off, shine the cases, and, for the first time in 29 years, do some weeding. I have to tell you – with every book that has clearly run its course, it was as if the sturdy boxes set to collect and the chosen books designated to go, were north poles repelling each other.
This was hard, hard to let go of books that have in small or large ways contributed to the people we are today. But I figured that these hardcover collectibles, like our aging (ahem) textbooks, might do more good for someone else than they are for us. Yes, as I write this, a small lump is forming in my throat. I’m really not one for collecting stuff – but my books, man – I hold on tight. Let’s just say – if I wanted to, I could probably set up a small library for children in my backyard. Hmmmmmm.
Oh, right – we’re here to talk about margaritas!
Here’s the deal – I like margaritas, but my kids love margaritas, so I floated the question, “What sounds appealing for Margarita Week?” They tossed around a few ideas, and together, we landed on this sweet and peppery cocktail inspired by a margarita that Chelsea recently enjoyed. And I’ve got to say – this spicy little number is a winner! Thanks, Chels!
With its spicy jalapeño, cool cucumber, fizzy lime, sweet agave and your favorite tequila, the marriage of flavors here scores high points in the delish-department.
[Sidebar: Are you guys fans of cucumber water? Seriously, the first time I discovered it was at a hotel gym…a gorgeous frosty pitcher of cucumber and herb water, set just a few feet away, waiting patiently for me to hop off the treadmill and quench my intense thirst. In that hot and droughty moment, I thought to myself, this is the most delicious thing I have ever tasted(!) making cucumber a newfound favorite flavor for beverages like this Spicy Cucumber Margaritas!]
What you’ll experience upon sipping is the fresh flavor of cucumber, followed by a small but pronounced kick of jalapeño, then finished with a whisper of sweetness from the sugared rim.
Here’s hoping that your party starts soon and carries onward and upward into your weekend!
Salute!
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Spicy Cucumber Margarita
- Category: Cocktails
Ingredients
- 1 cup of your favorite tequila (infused with jalapeño & cucumber)
- 1/2 thinly sliced jalapeño, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 thinly sliced cucumber, plus more for garnish
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/2 cup agave syrup
- 1/2 lime and sugar for rimming the glasses
Instructions
- To make the jalapeño infused tequila: Place 1/2 thinly sliced jalapeño, 1/2 thinly sliced cucumber and 1 cup tequila in a cocktail shaker. Give a gentle muddle to the vegetables, cover, and allow to sit at room temperature for a few hours.
- Before making the margaritas, remove jalapeños and cucumber from the tequila.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the flavor-infused tequila, lime juice and agave syrup. Shake!
- To rim the margarita glasses, first pour sugar on a large plate. Rub the edge of each glass with a lime wedge and then dip into the sugar.
- Strain the margarita into glasses, garnish with slices of lime, cucumber and jalapeño.
- Enjoy!
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This recipe looks incredible! I can’t wait to try it out. I’ve been looking for new margarita recipes for Cinco de mayo! Thank you for sharing!
That is happiness! Thank you so much! Cheers!
Cheers to Cinco de Mayo Annie! These look delish and so refreshing.
Cheers, my friend!!
I’m sorry I didn’t see this before cinqo! We made pretty traditional ones, although I offered oj, lemon juice and lime juice so friends could make what they wanted. I love when cucumber is in fruity spa water so I know I would love your recipe. LOVE the photos.
Thank you, Mimi! Yum – love your mixers!!
Spicy and sweet just the way I like it! This looks like one to try real soon!
Cheers to you, my friend!
Every once in a while I see a recipe that gets me SO excited!! This is one of those. We love, love margaritas! We actually have a bit of a tradition with our next door neighbours, making pitchers of flavored margaritas and sitting around the fire in the summer. I can’t wait to try out your recipe!
Well that sounds like an awesome tradition!! Thanks, friend!
This is one mouthwatering margarita, Annie!! Love that it’s spicy sweet!,
Thank you, Marissa! I want a big hunk of your corn bread to go with it!! Cheers!
When I started exploring the world of Margaritas, I found I really enjoyed a good margarita without an orange liquor… so I’m loving this pure, refreshing cocktail you’ve whipped up for us Annie! Happy Margarita Week!
I think you’ll really enjoy this one, my friend! Cheers!
I love margaritas, especially when they’re spicy, so this one is a must-try! But I’m not waiting for Cinco de Mayo to try it; adding cucumber to my shopping list now 🙂
I like the way you roll, Kelsie! Cheers!
I definitely enjoy a good margarita, and spicy cucumber sounds refreshing with a little kick! These would be perfect with the Cinco de Mayo snacking we’ll be doing this coming weekend!
I think it’ll make a perfect addition to your party! Thanks, friend!
Oh, Annie – this is a good one!! Yum! Cheers to this fabulous drink 🙂
Cheers to you, my friend! 🙂
So happy you reminded us of this one! Love margaritas with a little kick so this one is right up my alley! Cheers, my friend! Happy Monday to ya 😉
Nothing better than a little kick in our cocktail! Thanks, friend! Cheers!
I remember these well Annie! So perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any of our upcoming summer parties! Count me in for one or two! Cheers!
Consider yourself counted! Cheers!
Do you think it would be terrible to have a cucmber margarita a six in the morning? It sounds so good and refreshing. I’m going to have to remember to print the recipe out for this coming weekend. Let’s celebrate!!!
Terrible? NO WAY! 😉 Enjoy, my friend! Cheers!!
I should have know this recipe earlier. I was wondering what I should choose between my favorite tequila and Korean liquor. Then I chose Korean liquor. Well, I’ll try with Korean liquor to see if it works. If it doesn’t, I’ll buy tequila. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
That sounds like a good plan! Enjoy!!