Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Limeade makes a delicious spicy Margarita! Trust me, this is the summer cocktail recipe you have been looking for. The Jalapeño Limeade is the perfect blend of sweet, spice, and zest. I love that this margarita is so easy to make. All you need is your favorite tequila and Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Limeade. It is very refreshing for sipping by the pool or fun to make for a girls night! Trader Joe’s only carries this limeade during the summer so make sure to stock up when you see it!
The Jalapeño Limeade
At the heart of this spicy margarita is Trader Joe’s Organic Jalapeño Limeade. This seasonal gem adds a zesty kick to the traditional margarita flavor. It is made with lime juice and infused with just the right amount of jalapeño taste. This limeade is the secret ingredient that sets this margarita apart. Add Trader Joe’s Chile Lime Seasoning or Tajin around the rim of your glass for extra flavor.
Low Calorie Margarita
Trader Joe’s Organic Jalapeño Limeade only has 50 calories per 4 ounces. Making it a great low calorie cocktail. Remember, it’s okay to indulge in moderation if you are on a weight loss journey. Each serving of this cocktail is about 119 calories. Use an App like My Fitness Pal to keep track.
The spice in this margarita is very subtle so don’t be intimidated. The jalapeño adds a unique flavor that is truly addicting. I’m not even a huge spicy margarita fan but this one is good! You can add jalapeño slices for garnish to give it an extra kick. Make sure to use gloves when cutting the jalapeño and avoid touching your eyes! Yes, I’ve done it. 🙂
How to Make this Easy Spicy Margarita
There are a lot of margarita mixes out there but most of them taste a little off or require additional ingredients. This Jalapeño Limeade is perfect on its own. You can drink this with or without alcohol. I think it tastes great with Tequila. I used these Mason Jars but any glass will due!
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 ounces of blanco tequila
- 4 ounces of Trader Joe’s Organic Jalapeño Limeade
- Ice
- Lime
- Jalapeño slices for garnish
- Chili Lime Seasoning or Tajin
Directions:
- Pour Chile Lime Seasoning on a plate. Rub lime wedge around the rim of the glass and coat the rim of the glass in Chili Lime Seasoning.
- Add Ice to the glass, then tequila, and top off with Limeade.
- Squeeze a lime wedge and stir.
- Add garnishes and enjoy!
Easy Summer Cocktail
Finding time to unwind and enjoy a delicious margarita is a treat we all deserve! Whether it’s after a long day of planning a wedding or as a refreshing drink during a summer get together. You deserve it. Cheers! If you like this cocktail you might also like this Easy Coquito!
Now you will be excited when you see Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Limeade come back every year too! If you try it let me know what you think on Social Media!
Trader Joe’s Jalapeño Limeade Margarita
Ingredients
- 4 oz Trader Joe's Jalapeno Limeade
- 1 shot Tequila Blanco
- Ice to fill glass
- 1 Lime cut in wedges
- Chili Lime Seasoning or Tajin for the rim
- Jalapeno slices for garnish optional
Instructions
- Add some Chile Lime or Tajin seasoning to a small plate.
- Rim the glass with a lime wedge to get it wet. Turn the glass upside down and coat the rim with as much seasoning as you'd like.
- Add ice to the glass about 3/4 full.
- Then add a shot or two of tequila, and top with Trader Joe's Jalapeno Limeade.
- Squeeze a lime wedge into the glass and add some jalapeno slices for garnish.
- Stir with a straw and Enjoy!
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