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Firecracker Margarita

11 INGREDIENTS • 5 STEPS • 5MINS

Firecracker Margarita

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This margarita isn’t just a drink—it’s a party in a glass. With a spicy chili-lime rim, a burst of citrus, and a splash of sparkling surprise, it’s got just enough kick to live up to its name. Sweet, sour, and with a firecracker finish!
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This margarita isn’t just a drink—it’s a party in a glass. With a spicy chili-lime rim, a burst of citrus, and a splash of sparkling surprise, it’s got just enough kick to live up to its name. Sweet, sour, and with a firecracker finish!
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Mandy at SideChef
I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

5MINS

Total Time

$1.27

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings
2
us / metric
Chili-Lime rim
Tajin
1 Tbsp
Tajin
or chili powder
Salt
1 tsp
Lime
1
Lime, cut into wedges
Margarita
Silver Tequila
2 fl oz
Silver Tequila
Triple Sec
1 fl oz
Triple Sec
or orange liqueur
Lime
1
Lime, juiced
1 fl. oz needed for 2 servings
Simple Syrup
0.5 fl oz
Simple Syrup
or agave syrup
Soda Water
1 splash
Soda Water
or sparkling lemonade
Jalapeño Pepper Slices
2
Jalapeño Pepper Slices
optional
Ice
as needed
Ice
Lime
1
Lime, sliced

Nutrition Per Serving

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Calories
142
Fat
0.1 g
Protein
0.3 g
Carbs
17.7 g
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I’m Mandy, a foodie from Germany and I'm all about delicious bites. My motto? Life’s too short to skip dessert (especially when cookies are involved).

Cooking Instructions

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step 1
Mix Tajin (1 Tbsp) and Salt (1 tsp) on a small plate. Run a Lime Wedge (1) around the rim of your glass and dip it into the chili-lime mix. Set aside.
step 2
In a cocktail shaker, combine Silver Tequila (2 fl oz), Triple Sec (1 fl oz), Juice of the Lime (1) Simple Syrup (0.5 fl oz), and Jalapeño Pepper Slices (2). Add Ice (as needed) and shake until well chilled.
step 3
Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice. Strain the margarita into the glass.
step 4
Top with a splash of Soda Water (1 splash) or a fizzy pop.
step 5
Garnish with a Lime Wheel (1), and if you're feeling festive—light a mini sparkler before serving (just be careful, obviously!).
step 5 Garnish with a Lime Wheel (1), and if you're feeling festive—light a mini sparkler before serving (just be careful, obviously!).

Tags

Breakfast
Dairy-Free
American
4th of July
Gluten-Free
Brunch
Cocktails
Cinco de Mayo
Shellfish-Free
Drinks
Vegan
Vegetarian
Quick & Easy
Labor Day
Memorial Day
Summer
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