Spicy Grapefruit Margarita Recipe

Spicy grapefruit margarita on a white coaster.

5 from 1 vote

These Spicy Grapefruit Margaritas are delicious and super refreshing. Made with fresh grapefruit juice, cayenne pepper and sweetened with agave nectar, this is the perfect drink to enjoy during the citrus season or all year round!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: Cocktails

Calories: 218.78kcal

Author: Sarah Hill

Equipment

Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

Salt & lime wedge for rimming the glass optional
4 ounces tequila
1 ounce orange liqueur
1 teaspoon agave
4 ounces grapefruit juice (or half of a grapefruit squeezed)
½ ounce lime juice (or half of a lime squeezed)
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
ice

Instructions

Rub a lime wedge over the rim of two cocktail glasses or mason jars.
Pour some sea salt or kosher salt onto a small plate. Dip the cup upside down onto the plate of salt and press down, ensuring the entire rim is covered with salt.
To a cocktail shaker, add ice and all of the ingredients. Shake until combined.
Fill glasses with ice and pour margarita mixture over the rocks.
Garnish with a slice of grapefruit and serve immediately. Enjoy!

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Notes

Always use freshly squeezed juice. I recommend using fresh grapefruit juice and lime juice over buying it prepackaged. The taste is better and contains no added sugar. I like to use a citrus squeezer or juicer to ensure I am getting every last drop.

Adjust to taste! As with any cocktail recipe, I recommend using this recipe as a guide and adjusting the flavors and spices to suit your taste. Use more or less lime or eliminate the cayenne pepper, etc.

Don't skimp on the garnishes, especially if you are hosting.

If you make a large batch, store leftovers in the fridge without ice for 4-5 days. Just shake and pour over ice when ready to enjoy again.

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