Smoky Habanero Margarita

Smoky Habanero Margarita

RATING

Sour, Spicy

4 min

Intermediate

A smoky, intensely spiced Margarita that pairs mezcal's earthy character with habanero's heat and Cointreau's orange sweetness over fresh lime. Bold, complex, and not for the faint-hearted. Made with Cointreau L'Unique, Mezcal, Lime Juice, Habanero, it is shaken to perfection and served in a lowball with mint sprig for the finishing touch. A intermediate-level medium cocktail, it is perfect for brunch and best enjoyed summer. Discover the full range of margaritas recipes and find your perfect Cointreau cocktail.

  • Cocktail(s)

    30 ml

    Cointreau L'Unique

    60 ml

    mezcal

    30 ml

    lime juice

    3 piece(s)

    habanero (remove seeds for less spice)

    Garnish: Mint Sprig

    Tools: Cocktail shaker, Garnish tools, Jigger, Strainer

  • 1

    Combine all ingredients in a shaker

    2

    Add ice and shake until well-chilled

    3

    Strain into a chilled glass

    4

    Garnish

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Is Cointreau a Triple-Sec?

Should I use Cointreau L’Unique as a Triple-sec in my cocktail recipe? YES!

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