Mango and Jalapeño Margarita with Fresh Lime and Agave

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

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A refreshing Cinco de Mayo cocktail blending sweet mango, spicy jalapeño, tart lime, and smooth tequila for a vibrant fiesta drink. This Mexican-inspired Cinco de Mayo recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together ripe mango, peeled and diced, fresh lime juice, agave nectar 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 2, 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: 10 min Serves 2 Mexican cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup ripe mango, peeled and diced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tbsp agave nectar
1 small jalapeño, sliced and seeds removed
2 oz tequila blanco
1 oz triple sec
1 cup ice cubes
as needed salt, for rimming glass
2 lime wedges, for garnish

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Instructions

Step 1: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1 cup peeled diced mango with 1 small sliced jalapeño (seeds removed) until the mango is crushed and jalapeño oils are released.
Step 2: Add 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, 2 tbsp agave nectar, 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 oz triple sec, and 1 cup ice cubes to the shaker.
Step 3: Shake vigorously for 20 seconds until the mixture is chilled and well combined.
Step 4: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of two glasses and dip them in salt to coat.
Step 5: Strain the margarita mixture evenly into the prepared glasses over fresh ice.
Step 6: Garnish each glass with a lime wedge and serve immediately for a bright, spicy Cinco de Mayo celebration drink.