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Light & Spicy Margarita Recipe

This bold and refreshing cocktail combines smooth tequila with a hint of heat from hot sauce, balanced by crisp club soda and tangy lime juice.
A salted rim and lime wedge garnish enhance the flavors, making this an exciting twist on a classic margarita.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Course Drinks
Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ ounces tequila
  • 4 ounces club soda
  • ½ ounce lime juice
  • Splash of hot sauce
  • Sea salt for rimming, optional
  • Garnish: Lime wedge

Instructions
 

  • (Optional) Lightly rim a glass with sea salt by rubbing a lime wedge around the edge and dipping it into salt.
  • Fill the glass with ice, then pour in the tequila, followed by the lime juice and a splash of hot sauce.
  • Top with club soda, gently stir, and garnish with a lime wedge. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preferred spice level.
  • For a stronger flavor, swap club soda with a splash of orange liqueur or a flavored sparkling water.
  • This margarita is perfect for summer gatherings or as a unique twist on classic tequila cocktails.
Keyword cocktail recipes, Easy cocktail recipe, homemade margarita, margarita variations, refreshing summer cocktails, spicy margarita, tequila drinks
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