We’re not sure who needs to hear this, but spicy cocktails are the “it” drink of the summer.
They’re honestly a whole vibe and that got us wondering: what's with the buzz surrounding these blazing cocktails?
Could it be the capsaicin-induced endorphins? Maybe. The thrill? Possibly. The flavors? Likely.
The answer remains a mystery. But one thing's certain – when you strike the perfect balance between spice, sweetness, and hand-crafted spirits, pure magic happens. So, for our fiery friends, we’ve put together a list of 10 spectacularly spicy cocktails to heat up your summer sipping.
We hear you: you want a foolproof and fiery marg recipe to sip on repeat all season. This is the one! With simple, yet sophisticated ingredients showcasing bright citrus and spice, this cocktail will be your go-to for the summer.
1 ounce Cointreau Liqueur
2 ounces Campo Azul Selecto Blanco Tequila
¾ ounce fresh lime juice
2 jalapeño coins
In a shaker with ice, add liqueur, tequila and lime juice. Shake well and strain in a glass over fresh ice. Garnish with jalapeño coins.
This stunning cocktail is perfect for spice seekers whose summer drink of choice features tropical flavors. It’s hard to pass up the intriguing combo of mango and jalapeño-infused tequila, fresh juices and unique bitterness that only aperitivo can provide.
1 ounce Mango Shotta Tequila
1 ounce Campari Aperitivo
2 ounces pineapple juice
½ ounce fresh lime juice
½ ounce simple syrup
In a shaker with ice, add tequila, aperitivo, pineapple juice, lime juice and simple syrup. Shake and strain into a glass over fresh ice. Garnish with cherry and orange slice.
This Mexican beer cocktail honors the michelada’s classic umami flavors while folding in fresh mango juice to help chill the Cholula. This chelada is a seriously refreshing option thanks to the fizzy Corona, smooth silver tequila and tart juices.
Chili-salt mixture
Half of lime, juiced
1 dash Cholula Hot Sauce
½ ounce Mr. & Mrs. T’s Bold and Spicy Bloody Mary Mix
1 ½ ounces Patrón Silver Tequila
¾ ounce mango juice
6 ounces Corona Extra Mexican Lager
Rim a glass with lime and chili-salt blend. Fill glass with ice and add lime juice, hot sauce, bloody mary mix, tequila, mango juice and beer. Stir to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge.
If you’re looking for simple and spicy, this paloma needs to be in your sunny season rotation. Spotlighting the unmistakable sour-meets-sweet flavor of tamarind, this cocktail is refreshing and easy to make.
Rim a glass with lime and dip in chili lime salt. Add vodka and ice. Top with grapefruit soda and garnish with lime wheel.
This fired-up margarita is a fusion of flavors. There's something about refreshing cucumber with the spicy kick of jalapeño that has a hold on us. This recipe is a great choice for marg lovers searching for bold taste and well-balanced heat.
Tajín (optional)
4 cucumber slices
2 jalapeño slices
2 ounces 1800 Cucumber & Jalapeño Tequila
1 ounce lime juice
¾ ounce agave syrup
Cucumber ribbon
Mint
Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip in Tajín. In a shaker, muddle cucumber and jalapeño slices. Then add tequila, lime juice and agave syrup. Shake well. Double strain into rimmed glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon, lime wedge and mint.
Bubbles with a little blaze: yes, please! This mimosa brings the heat with muddled jalapeño and a zing of ginger beautifully balanced by the delicate effervescence of prosecco and fresh juices. If you’re a morning mimosa guy or gal, give this spicy recipe a try.
2, 1-inch-long pieces fresh ginger, peeled
2 jalapeño slices
½ cup pineapple juice
â…“ cup simple syrup
2 tablespoons lime juice
In a shaker, muddle ginger and jalapeño. Add ice, pineapple juice, simple syrup and lime juice. Shake and strain into glass. Top with prosecco and garnish with lime wheel.
Mary who? Let us introduce you to Maria instead. This peppery tequila-based cocktail is a fun spin on a classic, mixing up 100% agave blanco tequila (instead of vodka) along with our tried-and-true pick for those who love a spicy bloody mary - Mr. & Mrs. T’s Bold and Spicy Bloody Mary Mix. This Maria is a great swap for any Bloody Mary devotee.
1 ½ ounces Campo Azul Selecto Blanco Tequila
4 ounces Mr. & Mrs. T’s Bold and Spicy Bloody Mary Mix
¼ ounce lime juice
Pinch of salt and pepper
Jalapeño slice
Add tequila, spicy bloody mary mix and pinch of salt and pepper to a glass with ice. Stir to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge and jalapeño slice.
If the name of this cocktail doesn't have you swooning, the flavor contrast of watermelon and jalapeño certainly will. We love it when opposites attract, and they're unmatched in the Sweet Heat once mixed with plata tequila and lime.
Jalapeño coins
3 watermelon cubes
2 ounces Hornitos Plata Tequila
¾ ounce fresh lime juice
¾ ounce agave syrup
In a shaker, muddle one jalapeño slice and watermelon cubes. Add tequila, lime juice, agave syrup and ice. Shake and strain into a glass over fresh ice. Garnish with jalapeño coins.
Finally, a recipe crafted for connoisseurs who favor darker spirits. This hot honeyed cocktail combines the bold flavors of Cayman Reef Rum and Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Aged Whiskey with tangy pineapple juice and a hint of lemon. The result? An enticing spicy cocktail that perfectly complements the smoothness of the spirits.
1 ounce Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Aged Whiskey
1 ounce Cayman Reef Dark Rum
¾ ounce pineapple juice
½ ounce fresh lemon juice
½ ounce hot honey syrup
Dehydrated lemon wheel
In a shaker, add ice, whiskey, rum, pineapple juice, lemon juice and honey syrup. Shake and strain into a glass over fresh ice. Garnish with dehydrated lemon wheel.
If you're a gin enthusiast, try this greyhound variation to get you through the dog days of summer. Distilled with eight unique botanicals, Empress takes the spotlight in this spicy cocktail, imparting a beautiful color and flavor profile, while the addition of cinnamon and cayenne brings an extra kick.
2 ounces Empress 1908 Gin
1 ounce grapefruit juice
1 ounce fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons simple syrup
â…› teaspoon cinnamon
â…› teaspoon cayenne pepper
Jalapeño coin
In a shaker, add ice, gin, grapefruit juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, cinnamon and cayenne pepper. Shake and strain into a glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with jalapeño coin.
