Description
Cool summer nights spark excitement with this spicy summer ale margarita, blending Mexican tequila and crisp craft beer into a zesty cocktail. Refreshing heat from jalapeño and citrus notes dance together, inviting you to savor this spirited seasonal celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Alcohol Ingredients:
- 2 ounces (59 milliliters) tequila
- 1 bottle (12 ounces/355 milliliters) summer ale (such as Blue Moon or Sam Adams Summer Ale)
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) triple sec (or any orange liqueur)
Flavor and Sweetening Ingredients:
- 1 ounce (30 milliliters) fresh lime juice
- 1/2 ounce (15 milliliters) agave syrup or simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 12 slices of fresh jalapeno (for spice)
Serving Ingredient:
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Craft a tantalizing rim on your serving vessel by rubbing a lime wedge around the edge and delicately coating with fiery Tajín or chili powder for a zesty kickoff.
- Nestle fresh ice cubes into a cocktail shaker and pour in crisp tequila, zingy lime juice, aromatic triple sec, sweet agave nectar, and 1-2 sliced jalapeño rings to infuse dynamic heat.
- Vigorously shake the cocktail mixture for 10-15 seconds, allowing the ingredients to meld and chill thoroughly.
- Fill a prepared glass with additional ice cubes and gracefully strain the spiced margarita mixture into the vessel.
- Gently cascade the summer ale over the margarita base, using a gentle stirring motion to create a harmonious blend of flavors without disrupting the drink’s structured composition.
- Elevate the presentation by adorning the drink with a fresh lime wedge and an optional extra jalapeño slice for those craving intensified spiciness.
- Serve immediately to capture the vibrant, refreshing essence of this spirited summer cocktail.
Notes
- Customize spice levels by adjusting the number of jalapeño slices, allowing guests to control their heat preference.
- Experiment with different summer ale varieties to create unique flavor profiles that complement the tequila and citrus notes.
- Choose a lighter, crisp ale to prevent overpowering the delicate margarita base and maintain a balanced summer cocktail experience.
- Use fresh, high-quality tequila and squeeze lime juice directly before mixing to ensure maximum flavor and brightness in the drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg