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Spicy Mango Margarita

Published April 7, 2019. Last Updated April 7, 2019 by Cheyanne

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This Spicy Mango Margarita is a fruity, fiery twist on the classic Mexican cocktail. Flavored with mango, pineapple, jalapeno and grenadine, this tropical tequila cocktail is sure to get the party started!Straight on shot of a rocks glass filled with a Spicy Mango Margarita garnished with a slice of lime with slices of jalapenos, lime wedges and another margarita blurred in the background.

*Updated*

This post was originally published in May 2017. I’ve updated the post below to include more information about this spicy margarita. Plus, I added a recipe video to show you how easy this mango cocktail is to make! 

Hi-ya, friends!!!

Today we are margarita-ing!!! Because that should most definitely be a verb.

So, go grab your sombreros, maracas and tiny cocktail umbrellas, because it’s fiesta time!

Ole!

Straight on shot of a cocktail glass flipped upside down on a plate containing a spicy margarita salt mixture - photo of step 1 of the Spicy Mango Margarita recipe.

Not only is today #ThirstyThursday, but it also happens to be #MargaritaWeek!!

And, tomorrow just so happens to be Cinco de Mayo!!! I mean, have the stars aligned to create some awesome sauce or what!?

In case you are over there thinking, ‘what the heck is margarita week?’, let me drop some knowledge on you.

In celebration of ALL things margarita, a bunch of fabulous food bloggers (*ahem* and myself) have gotten together to bring you an entire slew of margarita recipes this week. Think, taste the rainbow in margarita form.

So, make sure you check out the evil genius behind the festivities, Kate from ¡Hola! Jalapeño’s page, for a list of all the margarita recipes. Or, you can search the hashtag #margaritaweek on social media to check out all the margarita madness!

Angled photo of a cocktail shaker pouring a mango margarita into a spicy salt rimmed cocktail glass - photo of step 3 of the Spicy Mango Margarita recipe.

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Spicy Mango Margarita

AKA tropical boozy deliciousness!

This luscious libation is sweet, spicy and tart with distinguished notes of pineapple, mango, lime and boozy tequila.

Paired with a piquant, salty, sugary rim this margarita is magically delicious.

A word to the wise, this boozy babe is radically refreshing and dangerously smooth. Like, you could easily suck down three (or five) of these Spicy Margaritas and be terrifically tipsy before you know it. So make sure you hide the car keys.

However, running through the streets belting love tunes to your neighbors is highly encouraged. 🎤

Just make sure you don’t live on my street first. 😉

Angled photo of grenadine being poured into a mango margarita - photo of step 4 of the Spicy Mango Margarita recipe.

What is a spicy margarita?

A spicy margarita the same thing as a traditional margarita, just with a spicy kick! A spicy margarita is made with the same classic ingredients, such as tequila, triple sec and lime juice, however muddled jalapeño is added for a spicy edge!

How to make spicy margarita salt?

Spicy salt is the perfect way to rim the glass of a fiery margarita! To make spicy margarita salt, mix 3/4 teaspoon of chili powder with 1 1/2 teaspoons of coarse salt. For a well balanced salt, add 1 1/2 teaspoons of granulated sugar to the mix to offset the spice!

45 degree angle shot of a rocks glass filled with a Spicy Mango Margarita garnished with a slice of lime and slice of jalapeno; with a lime wedge blurred in the background.

How to make a Spicy Mango Margarita:

  1. If you like your margarita on the sweeter side, add an ounce or two of agave or honey to the blender with the chunks of fresh mango. Just make sure you taste the mango-pineapple mixture for sweetness first, and then add the agave if desired. Depending on the ripeness of your mango, the mixture may be sweet enough without the addition of a sweetener.
  2. If a super spicy sunset margarita is desired, use all four slices of jalapeno. For a milder margarita, use one slice.

Overhead shot of two rocks glasses filled with Spicy Mango Margarita garnished with sliced jalapeno and slices of lime with a hand holding one of the margaritas and lime wedges tucked in the upper left hand corner of the shot.

You just CAN’T have a Cinco de Mayo celebration without a few margaritas! Make this tropical Spicy Mango Margarita a part of your festivities!!

Until next week friends, cheers- to tasting the tropics, from the comfort of your own home.

XOXO

Cheyanne

 

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The best Spicy Mango Margarita recipe plus step-by-step video 👇

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5 from 11 votes

Spicy Mango Margarita

This Spicy Mango Margarita is a fruity, fiery twist on the classic Mexican cocktail. Flavored with mango, pineapple, jalapeno and grenadine, this tropical tequila cocktail is sure to get the party started!
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Cocktail, Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Keyword: grenadine, jalapeno, mango, margarita, pineapple, rocks, spicy, sunset, tequila, tropical
Servings: 2
Calories: 307kcal
Author: Cheyanne Holzworth

Ingredients

  • ½ Ripe Mango – skin & pit removed, and cubed
  • 3 ounces Pineapple Juice
  • 1 ounce Lime Juice
  • ½ Jalapeno - sliced
  • 3 ounces Triple Sec
  • 3 ounces Silver Tequila
  • 1 TBS Grenadine
  • Agave - to taste (optional)*
  • Lime – sliced, for garnish

Rim:

  • Lime Wedge for wetting the rim
  • ¾ tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 ½ tsp Coarse Salt
  • 1 ½ tsp Granulated Sugar

Instructions

  • For the rim: spread the chili powder, salt and sugar on a small plate. Moisten the rim of 2 glasses with the lime wedge. Dip the edge of the rim into the mixture and gently shake off any excess. Fill the glasses with ice and set aside.
  • For the mango-pineapple mixture (yield about 1 cup): Add the mango, pineapple juice and lime juice to a blender*. Blend until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
  • For the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 1-4 slices of jalapeno*. Fill the shaker with ice and add the mango mixture, triple sec and tequila. Shake vigorously until the shaker is cold to touch. Strain the margarita into the prepared glasses. 
  • Slowly pour the grenadine into the margarita. Garnish with the slices of lime and remaining slices of jalapeno. Enjoy!

Video

Notes

1. If you like your margarita on the sweeter side, add an ounce or two of agave, or honey, to the blender with the mango. Just make sure you taste the mango-pineapple mixture FIRST, and then add the agave if desired. Depending on the ripeness of your mango, the mixture may be sweet enough without the addition.
2. If a super spicy margarita is desired, use all four slices of jalapeno. For a milder margarita, use one slice.

Nutrition

Calories: 307kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 124mg | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 485IU | Vitamin C: 27.6mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Comments

  1. Kevin says

    April 14, 2019 at 8:31 am

    5 stars
    Looks like one to remember for the Cinco de Mayo celebration! Such a fun tropical cocktail, fantastic!

    Reply
  2. Shashi at SavorySpin says

    April 10, 2019 at 11:34 pm

    5 stars
    Cheyanne, I am so loving this “tropical boozy deliciousness”! First off, the thought of this on my tastebuds makes me salivate and second – wow – this is such a stunningly gorgeous drink! Like a sunrise in a glass! So glad you reshared this one – happy Margarita week! xo

    Reply
  3. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    April 7, 2019 at 8:28 pm

    5 stars
    You know I’m always up for a cocktail Chey! And these are some delicious looking margaritas! Perfect for Cinco de Mayo in May or any day! Cheers!

    Reply
  4. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    April 7, 2019 at 7:42 pm

    5 stars
    I have yet to meet a marg I don’t love and this one is clearly no different. Mango margaritas are always my go-to but the addition of spice just sends this one way over the top. MUST TRY! Have a great week, Chey!

    Reply
  5. Cindy says

    May 8, 2017 at 12:58 pm

    Honey, I am in love. Sorry I am late to the margarita week party – I think I was having too many little margarita parties of my own! HA. Great going town, but lordie – these guys take their toll, and I mean that in the best way possible. Crazy in love with this spice color flavor combo.

    Reply
  6. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    May 6, 2017 at 2:48 pm

    Margarita-ing is DEFINITELY a verb, and I am DEFINITELY going to stretch out Cinco de Mayo as far as possible with this fabulous concoction, Chey! Pinning!

    Reply
  7. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    May 6, 2017 at 11:04 am

    Someone please take my car keys because I totally want to go margarita-ing with a few of these! Then I might come singing love songs to you while running down your street! seriously Chey, the is one gorgeous cocktail! Happy Margarita Week!

    Reply
  8. Ben Maclain says

    May 6, 2017 at 12:23 am

    5 stars
    I’ve got to confess. I’ve only tried a tequila once. It wasn’t even trying. Just licking a few drops. Not my cup of tea. Thus, I don’t recall having had a margarita in my life. Maybe I just past out and lost my memory after a first sip. Anyway, this cocktail sounds and looks fabulous. I do love mango, pineapple, and grenadine so I might give it another try. Perhaps, I just omit the tequila:)

    Reply
  9. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    May 5, 2017 at 11:28 pm

    5 stars
    You make the best drinks, Cheyanne! Wish I could come over and share one – this one is such a pretty color and love that it’s spicy! Regarding your IG comment – I’m taking a little blogging break due to hectic real life but all is well! Feeling real inspired lately so will have a post up soon. Happy Cinco de Mayo! Xo

    Reply
  10. karrie @ Tasty Ever After says

    May 5, 2017 at 3:14 pm

    5 stars
    I love margaritas so I will join you in margarita week and the drinking of tequila, especially when it looks this good. Girl, your pictures are drop-dead gorgeous and I’m liking your sunset better than my sunrise. That jalapeno slice closeup looks like it’s a raft in a margarita pool and I can just jump on it and float around, drinking the “pool water”. Hahahahahaha! Seriously, that would be an awesome freaking pool and raft setup 🙂

    Reply
  11. marcie says

    May 5, 2017 at 1:20 pm

    This totally reminds me of a tequila sunrise (which I used to love way back in the day)! Those brightly colored layers are SO beautify and I love that you added some spice. These are the prettiest margaritas ever and Happy Cinco de Mayo!

    Reply
  12. Traci | Vanilla And Bean says

    May 5, 2017 at 10:21 am

    I’m def an on the rocks margarita kind of girl and these are perfect for all my sippin needs! They’re super pretty too! And of course you had me at jalapeno, Chey! Gimme all the spicy margarita! Have fun my dear! xo

    Reply
  13. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    May 5, 2017 at 9:08 am

    I need this now! It is gorgeous and would really brighten up our rainy day here.

    Reply
  14. Mary says

    May 4, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    5 stars
    Perfect Perfect Perfect for Cinco De Mayo. I love spicy drinks especially a spicy margarita. Pineapples and tequila should be bestie because they are soooo darn tasty. That Piquant, salty sugary rim makes my mouth water. I love fun rims on drinks, I usually lick the rim off way before I get done with the drink. lol I’m selling at a street festival on Friday BUT I think I’ll be drinking it up by myself afterward. So I’ll be making these bads boys for one.

    Reply
  15. Cara says

    May 4, 2017 at 2:50 pm

    The stars have certainly aligned for some awesome sauce! lol i love your writing- its so fun, upbeat and friendly!

    Reply
  16. [email protected] says

    May 4, 2017 at 2:37 pm

    Oh, how I love the glow of this cocktail! This has summer written all over it! (Spring, fall and winter, too….) Car keys are hidden, voice is warmed up, I am ready!! Thanks for this beauty – Cocktail Queen!! Happy Cinco de Mayo, my dear! XO

    Reply
  17. Kate says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:27 am

    Wow! These are seriously beautiful Cheyanne!! Thank you so much for adding your talents to Margarita Week. I’m loving this cocktail!

    Reply
  18. allie says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:06 am

    Oh you funny girl, rest assured I do not live on your street and so I will just be a fool all by myself!! Ha ha. This margarita is the bomb. BOMB. I do love a good margarita and this has all the wonderful ingredients for an awesome cinco de mayo celebration. Nice job my friend. The pics are fab and now I’m just waiting for 5 o’clock. Love ya sweets – hope you’re having an awesome week and the sun is sining bright over the SuBourbon Cottage. XOXO

    Reply
  19. Demeter | Beaming Baker says

    May 4, 2017 at 11:03 am

    5 stars
    Okay, if Margarita-ing is not a verb, then I am completely lost in my life!!! 😉 This cocktail looks amazing! Love the colors so much! The stars have TOTALLY aligned and now I’m super excited! Margarita madness sounds like the best kind of madness there is! Especially after the cray week I’ve been having. So… what can I do about getting two or four of these coming my way? 😉 I hope all is going well with ya, my spicy and sweet cupcake! Hopefully we can chat soon! <3

    Reply
  20. Gaila says

    May 4, 2017 at 10:30 am

    5 stars
    Bottoms up girl! this margarita is looking so good! cheers!

    Reply
  21. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

    May 4, 2017 at 10:24 am

    Margarita week is officially killing me. If I don’t end today with a margarita and a bowl of chips and guacamole I think I’ll just die. Die! How gorgeous is yours with the pineapple and grenadine and allll that deliciousness packed into one perfect drink? Seriously Cheyanne, I might end up running down the street singing to my neighbors just because I’m so in love with this beauty! Have a great weekend!

    Reply
  22. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    May 4, 2017 at 9:22 am

    Your margarita looks so very beautiful…exactly reminds me of sunset 🙂

    Reply
  23. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

    May 4, 2017 at 8:31 am

    Well, how delicious does this margarita sound?!?! Love the flavors and love the sweet and spicy rim too! This will most definitely be on our Cinco de Mayo and summer cocktail menu Chey, Can’t wait to sample this luscious libation! Happy weekend.

    Reply
  24. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    May 4, 2017 at 7:42 am

    Wouldn’t it be so funny, though, if you did see someone singing love songs down the street? I mean quite entertaining. Just pull up a chair to the window and, boom, you have a show :D!! This one is definitely magically delicious and the rim with the chili powder is a lovely touch to give another element of flava 😉 With all these wicked margarita recipes going around for margarita week, I don’t know where to start! Pinning this one and I’m sure it’ll make an appearance 🙂 Cheers to a wonderful weekend, Chey! xo

    Reply
  25. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    May 4, 2017 at 7:20 am

    Margarita-ing, I LOVE it! That should totally be a word and it’s definitely acceptable for this week (and every other week, too). I’m a huge fan of flavored margaritas, but I’ve never had one quite like this before. I love that pretty color, Cheyanne! And I love the name, too…definitely looks like a sunset. I would love to be sipping on this with some chips and guac right now. Pinning this beauty! Hope you have a great weekend!

    Reply
  26. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table says

    May 4, 2017 at 6:17 am

    5 stars
    So I’m not normally a margarita drinker (bourbon girl here) but Cinco de Mayo comes around and I’m always searching for a fun one to try! Love this spicy, fruity version (totally my style if I’m doing tequila) — pinned — and I love that there’s a whole margarita week for me to go browse and explore! Woo hoo and cheers! Hope you have a fantastic Cinco de Mayo and weekend! XXOO

    Reply
  27. Adina says

    May 4, 2017 at 3:01 am

    I don’t think I’ve ever had a margarita, can you believe that? I have to buy some tequila and make some. Are all margaritas made with tequila?

    Reply

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