Mango Habanero Margarita
on May 26, 2022, Updated Dec 12, 2023
Mango Habanero Margarita is a unique take on the classic Margarita recipe, where mangoes and habanero peppers are added to the classic recipe. Here is how to make it.
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About Mango Habanero Margarita
Mango Habanero Margarita is a unique take on the classic margarita recipe. Its main ingredients are mango and habanero peppers. This drink is perfect for those who love spicy and sweet flavors.
It uses fresh or frozen mangoes, habanero peppers, lime juice, and tequila. The sweetness of the mango is balanced out by the heat of the habanero peppers, making it a perfect drink for those who enjoy spice.
This margarita is perfect for serving at parties or get-togethers. It is sure to be a hit with Cinco De Mayo partygoers.
Ingredients
For The Habanero Infused Simple Syrup
You will need granulated sugar, water, and habanero chili to make the syrup.
To Rim The Glass
I used red chili powder and regular salt to rim the margarita glass.
For The Margarita
You will need fresh or frozen mangoes, tequila, orange-flavored liqueur like Triple Sec, Grand Mariner, or Cointreau, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
You will also need lots of ice cubes to chill the cocktail.
The best tequila for mango margaritas is reposado. This tequila has been aged for at least two months, giving it a more mellow flavor that pairs well with the other ingredients in this recipe.
Use any tequila that is easily available to you.
How To Make Mango And Habanero Margarita
Make The Habanero Infused Simple Syrup
Add ½ cup granulated sugar, ½ cup water, and half habanero pepper to a saucepan.
Cook on low heat until the sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the habanero steep for 15 minutes.
Strain the mixture using a fine sieve into a lidded jar. Store in the fridge until ready for use. You will get ¾ cup of simple syrup, which is good for making 4-5 servings of this drink.
Rim The Glasses
Mix 1 teaspoon red chili powder and 1 teaspoon salt on a small plate.
Wet the rim of 2 margarita glasses by rubbing a lime wedge along the rim and then dip the rim in the chili powder/salt mixture.
Make The Margarita
Place 1 cup cubed mangoes and 3 oz (90 ml) habanero simple syrup in the jar of a high-powered blender.
Blend until smooth.
Fill a shaker with 3-4 ice cubes (don’t use too many, as the margarita ingredients fill the shaker most of the way).
Pour the following ingredients.
- Mango mixture
- 4 and ½ oz (135 ml) tequila
- 1 and ½ oz (45 ml) grand Marnier
- 3 oz (90 ml) lime juice
Shake until combined.
Strain evenly into the prepared glasses.
Add a few ice cubes to each glass, garnish with mint leaves, and serve immediately!
Pro Tips By Neha
For the best flavor, try using fresh mangoes. If you can’t find fresh ones, you can use frozen ones. Just make sure to thaw them before using them.
Habanero peppers can be very spicy, so start with one and add more to the taste. If you don’t like spice, you can omit the habanero peppers from the recipe. Also, make sure to wash your hands thoroughly after touching them.
Be sure to use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. For garnish, add a lime wedge to each drink.
If you want your margaritas to be extra cold, try freezing the mangoes before adding them to the blender.
Add some more sugar syrup if you like your drink sweeter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can! If you don’t like the taste of tequila, try using vodka or white rum instead.
Yes, you can! Omit the tequila and orange liqueur from the recipe and replace them with club soda or water.
Freeze the mangoes for a few hours. Then, place all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and enjoy.
Mix the mango mixture with other ingredients in a large pitcher using a tall spoon to make it for a crowd. Pour the mixture into rimmed glasses and serve!
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Mango Habanero Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
For The Habanero Infused Simple Syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ habanero pepper
For Rimmimg The Glasses
- 1 teaspoon red chili powder
- 1 teaspoon regular salt
- 1 lime wedge
For The Margarita
- 1 cup cubed mangoes
- 3 ounces habanero simple syrup (90 ml)
- 4 and ½ ounces tequila (135 ml)
- 1 and ½ ounces grand marnier (45 ml)
- 3 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice (90 ml)
- ice cubes (as needed)
Instructions
Make The Habanero Infused Simple Syrup
- Add sugar, water, and habanero pepper to a saucepan.
- Cook on low until the sugar is dissolved, stirring frequently.
- Remove the pan from the heat and let the habanero steep for 15 minutes.
- Strain the mixture using a fine sieve into a lidded jar. Store in the fridge until ready for use. You will get ¾ cup of simple syrup which is good to make 4-5 servings of this drink.
Rim The Glasses
- Mix together red chili powder and salt on a small plate.
- Wet the rim of 2 margarita glasses by rubbing a lime wedge along the rim and then dip the rim in the chili powder/salt mixture.
Make The Margarita
- Place mangoes and 3 oz (90 ml) habanero simple syrup in the jar of a high-powdered blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Fill a shaker with 3-4 ice cubes (don’t use too many, as the margarita ingredients fill the shaker most of the way).
- Pour in the mango mixture, tequila, grand marnier, and lime juice.
- Shake until combined.
- Strain evenly into the prepared glasses.
- Add a few ice cubes to each glass, garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately!
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