Description
Enjoy the bold and tangy flavors of a Spicy Dill Pickle Margarita, a unique cocktail combining tequila, dill pickle brine, and a touch of hot honey for a flavorful twist. Perfectly rimmed with Tajin and garnished with mini dill pickles, this refreshing drink is ideal for those who love a spicy, savory margarita experience.
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 (adjust to taste)
- Sparkling water, to top
- Mini dill pickles, for garnish
For the Rim
- Tajin, for rimming the glass
Hot Honey (Optional)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup hot sauce (such as 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 onto a shallow plate. Dip and roll the rim of the glass into the Tajin, coating it evenly and shaking off any excess.
- Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, dill pickle brine, Cointreau, lime juice, and hot honey. Add ice to fill the shaker and shake vigorously until the mixture is cold.
- Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass. Top with sparkling water to add a refreshing fizz.
- Garnish: Add mini dill pickles as garnish to enhance the pickle flavor and add visual appeal.
- Make Hot Honey (Optional): In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, hot sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir continuously until the granules fully dissolve, about 1-2 minutes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of hot honey to control the cocktail’s spiciness according to your preference.
- If you don’t have Tajin for the rim, a mix of chili powder and salt works as a substitute.
- For a milder drink, reduce or omit the hot honey entirely.
- The pickle brine adds a tangy and savory element—use a high-quality pickle juice for best flavor.
- Mini dill pickles can be substituted with pickle spears or slices if unavailable.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 16 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
