Citrus-Infused Mezcal Margarita with Charred Jalapeño

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-06 · Updated 2026-06-06

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A smoky mezcal margarita brightened with fresh citrus juices and a charred jalapeño slice for smoky heat. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together mezcal, fresh lime juice, fresh orange juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz mezcal
1 oz fresh lime juice
3/4 oz fresh orange juice
1/2 oz agave nectar
1 thin slice charred jalapeño slice
for rimming kosher salt
enough for shaking and serving ice cubes
1 lime wheel

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Instructions

Step 1: Rim a rocks glass with kosher salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim then dipping it into salt; set aside.
Step 2: Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.
Step 3: Add 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 3/4 oz fresh orange juice, and 1/2 oz agave nectar to the shaker.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until chilled and frosty.
Step 5: Fill the prepared rocks glass with fresh ice cubes.
Step 6: Strain the cocktail into the glass over the ice.
Step 7: Float 1 thin charred jalapeño slice on the surface and garnish with a lime wheel on the rim.
Step 8: Serve immediately to enjoy smoky, citrusy, and mildly spicy flavors.