Smoky Charred Jalapeño Tequila Old Fashioned

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A bold tequila Old Fashioned with smoky charred jalapeño and agave syrup offering a spicy, rich twist on the classic. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, agave syrup, angostura bitters 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 185 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: 6 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 185 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Char 1 jalapeño slice over an open flame or on a hot pan until blackened spots appear, then add it to a mixing glass.
  2. Step 2: Pour 2 oz reposado tequila, 1/2 oz agave syrup, and 2 dashes Angostura bitters into the mixing glass with the jalapeño.
  3. Step 3: Add a large clear ice cube and stir gently with a bar spoon for 30 seconds to chill and infuse.
  4. Step 4: Strain into a rocks glass over a fresh large clear ice cube.
  5. Step 5: Express a wide strip of orange peel over the surface by holding it over the glass and twisting to release oils, then rim the glass with the peel and drop it in as garnish.

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