Description
A spicy dill pickle margarita that combines tequila, dill pickle brine, and a zesty hot honey for a bold, refreshing cocktail with a Tajin-rimmed glass and sparkling water finish.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Margarita
- 2 oz tequila
- 1 oz dill pickle brine
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1 tbsp hot honey (use to taste)
- sparkling water, to top
- mini dill pickles, to garnish
For the Rim
- Tajin, for the rim
For the Hot Honey (optional)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank's)
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the Rim: Brush the rim of your cocktail glass with honey. Pour 1-2 tablespoons of Tajin seasoning on a shallow plate, then dip and roll the glass rim into the Tajin, shaking off any excess.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a shaker, combine the tequila, dill pickle brine, Cointreau, lime juice, and hot honey. Add ice and shake vigorously until the mixture is chilled.
- Assemble the Drink: Strain the cocktail into the prepared glass. Top it off with sparkling water for a refreshing finish.
- Garnish: Add mini dill pickles as a garnish to enhance the presentation and flavor.
- Make Hot Honey (optional): In a small saucepan, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Heat over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, stirring until all granules dissolve. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to your preferred spice level for a milder or spicier cocktail.
- The hot honey can be prepared in advance and stored to save time when mixing the cocktail.
- Tajin adds a tangy, spicy rim that complements the pickle flavor—substitute with chili powder mixed with salt if unavailable.
- Use quality tequila for best flavor, preferably blanco or reposado.
- The sparkling water adds a light fizz; you can omit it for a stronger drink.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
