Spicy Ginger Orange Margarita

Spicy Orange Margaritas (perfect for summer)

Spicy Ginger Orange Margarita

With fresh squeezed orange juice, tequila, orange liqueur and a spicy ginger simple syrup, these Spicy Orange Margaritas are a fun and fresh cocktail you can whip up easily for your next party! This delicious twist on a classic Orange margarita is always a hit!

Prep Time15

Cook Time5

Total Time20

Course: cocktail

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: ginger, margarita, orange

Servings:

Calories: 332kcal

Ingredients

Ginger syrup

1 cup peeled sliced ginger
¾ cup water
1 cup sugar

Margaritas

4 oz fresh squeezed orange juice
1 oz fresh squeeze lime juice
1 oz cointreau
2 oz blanco tequila
1 oz ginger simple syrup (directions below)
Tajin seasoning, ice, and fresh sliced citrus, for serving

Instructions

Make the fresh ginger syrup
1. Add the sugar and water to a small sauce pan, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Once boiling, stir until all sugar is dissolved.
3. Reduce heat to low, add sliced ginger, and cover with a slightly ajar lid.
4. Simmer 15 minutes, then turn off heat, and let sit until completely cooled.
5. Strain into a jar or airtight container, and discard ginger.
Margaritas
1. Add the sugar and water to a small sauce pan, and bring to a boil over high heat.
2. Once boiling, stir until all sugar is dissolved.
3. Reduce heat to low, add sliced ginger, and cover with a slightly ajar lid.
4. Simmer 15 minutes, then turn off heat, and let sit until completely cooled.
5. Strain into a jar or airtight container, and discard ginger.

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