Cucumber-Mint Margarita with Jalapeño-Infused Agave

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-19 · Updated 2026-05-19

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A cooling margarita combining fresh cucumber and mint with a subtle spicy sweetness from jalapeño-infused agave syrup. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 7 minutes, brings together silver tequila, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur (triple sec) 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 160 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: 7 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz silver tequila
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz orange liqueur (triple sec)
3/4 oz jalapeño-infused agave syrup
4 cucumber slices
6 fresh mint leaves
1 cup ice cubes
for rimming glass salt
1 for garnish cucumber wheel

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Instructions

Step 1: Rub the rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge and dip into salt to coat; set aside.
Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 4 cucumber slices and 6 fresh mint leaves gently until fragrant and juices release, about 15 seconds.
Step 3: Add 2 oz silver tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz orange liqueur, 3/4 oz jalapeño-infused agave syrup, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until well chilled and combined.
Step 5: Double strain into the prepared salt-rimmed glass over fresh ice.
Step 6: Garnish with a cucumber wheel and a sprig of mint for a refreshing, slightly spicy margarita.