Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita: A Bright, Spicy Take With El Guapo Bitters
Sep 17, 2025
If you want a margarita with personality, this one shows up ready. The Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita is cool, spicy and zesty in all the right ways. El Guapo Lime Cordial keeps the citrus clean and consistent. Cucumber Lavender Bitters add floral lift. Jalapeño brings the heat. It is simple to shake and unforgettable to sip.
Cucumber Jalapeño Margarita Recipe
Makes one cocktail.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz reposado tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau
- Fresh Jalapeño slices
- Fresh cucumber slices
- 2 oz El Guapo™ Lime Cordial
- 6 shakes El Guapo™ Cucumber Lavender Bitters
- Rock salt for the rim (optional)
Instructions
- Salt the rim if you like.
- Add jalapeño and cucumber slices to a shaker.
- Pour in the Lime Cordial and muddle well.
- Add tequila and Cointreau. Fill the shaker with ice.
- Shake until very cold.
- Strain into your glass.
- Finish with six shakes of Cucumber Lavender Bitters.
- Garnish with fresh cucumber and jalapeño.
Flavor Profile: Bold and Refreshing
Reposado tequila lays down warmth and depth. Jalapeño brings spice. Cucumber cools everything down. Lime Cordial gives a bright, steady citrus backbone. Cucumber Lavender Bitters add floral, herbal complexity that pulls every flavor into place. No artificial anything. Just serious flavor with a little attitude.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cucumber jalapeño margarita?
A spicy, refreshing twist on the classic margarita with muddled cucumber and jalapeño.
Can I make this without alcohol?
Yes. Swap the spirits for a spirit-free alternative and top with sparkling water or ginger beer.
What tequila works best?
Reposado holds its own with spice and still tastes smooth.
How do I make it less spicy?
Remove the seeds or use fewer jalapeño slices.
