It's 5:00 somewhere, treat yourself to this fresh Blackberry Margarita! This cocktail satisfies a mature palate with a surprise hint of spice leaving your tastebuds satisfied till the last drop. Made with fresh blackberries, a homemade sour mix, orange bitters and a surprise hint of fresh jalapeno, this cocktail recipe will become a staple in your home!
Looking for other blackberry cocktails or margaritas? You have to try this blackberry sangria, jalapeno pineapple margarita or this sangria margarita!
Whether blackberries are in season or not, you need to make this blackberry margarita recipe! I was surprised at the outcome, from just a few fresh ingredients and about five minutes to prep, this drink will easily become a fan favorite, no matter the season.
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REASONS WHY WE LOVE JALAPENO BLACKBERRY MARGARITAS
- Quick and Easy. This recipe comes together in under 10 minutes, made with minimal ingredients and as mentioned, packs a punch and satisfying flavors!
- Fresh Ingredients. Skip the store-bought stuff and make this recipe completely from scratch. Start with my homemade sour mix, and the remaining ingredients are completely fresh. This leaves you feeling satisfied with no guilt.
- No skills needed. New to mixing cocktails? No problem. This is a perfect drink for beginners. Keep reading to find out just how easy this recipe is to create.
- Aesthetically Pleasing. We certainly eat and drink with our eyes first. Wow your guests with this beautiful cocktail. I'll show you some easy tips and tricks to present a restaurant-bar quality cocktail at home.
INGREDIENTS
With just a few household ingredients, I am certain you have most of what is needed!
- Blackberries. As mentioned, we are not using store bought syrups or concentrates. Head right over to the produce section and grab a carton of fresh blackberries.
- Sour Mix. This will sweeten the cocktail a bit. Made with fresh lemons, lime, sugar and water. I promise you will never by store bought again.
- Orange Bitters. I was lucky enough to receive a sample pack of bitters from a brand out in Seattle but not to worry! If you can't get your hands on this, I'll share a few substitutes that will do the trick.
- Honey. The honey provides the right hint of sweetness to round this cocktail out!
- Tequila. Good quality tequila will always result in a satisfying cocktail leaving no regrets in the morning. Here is one of my favorite brands.
- Jalapeno. This ingredient is certainly optional but if you're feeling a little risky, the slight hint of heat will surprise you and I'm certain you will enjoy it.
- Tajin or Chili Lime Salt. This is what the rim of the glass will be dressed with.
- Mint. Will be used for garnish. I'll share a trick that will produce an aromatic flair to this tasty cocktail!
WHAT TOOLS DO I NEED?
As mentioned, this recipe is perfect for a beginner. It will help build your mixology skills and have you looking like a professional in no time! Here is what you will need.
- Cocktail shaker. You should have a cocktail shaker on hand. Dust it off and use it for this recipe, it's so fun. If not, simply use a mason jar with a lid or any type of jar with a lid. Please note, you will need a strainer to pour the cocktail though.
- Muddler. This is a one-time buy and totally worth it. This tool will help to break down the blackberries and jalapenos producing a delicious syrup for the blackberry margarita.
- Small Strainer. The key tool for this recipe is a small strainer. Since we are making the blackberry syrup from scratch, you will need a strainer to drain the juice.
- Small and fun cocktail glasses. Any short style glass or margarita glass will do. I purchased these short glasses from Target for under $10!
STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS
Prepare Homemade Sour Mix
First, if you are preparing this recipe as instructed. You will need to start with preparing the homemade sour mix first. It takes about 15 minutes as you will need to squeeze fresh lemons and limes. Head over to that post first and circle back!
Dress the Cocktail Glass
This recipe serves two. Begin by taking two short cocktail glasses (or glasses of your choice) and make sure they are clean and ready to be prepped. Utilizing a small plate or paper towel, pour about two tablespoons of Tajin or chili lime salt onto the flat surface.
Next, take a lemon or lime wedge and moisten the rim of the glass. This will be the binding agent to help the Tajin or salt adhere to the glass. Lastly, simply dip the moistened rim of the glass into the salt, turning the glass counter or counterclockwise around until the entire rim is dressed in the seasoning. Set aside until further use.
Prepare the Cocktail
Now, begin by taking the cocktail shaker and add the fresh blackberries and jalapeno (optional) to the cup. Using the muddler, begin smashing the blackberries and jalapeno together until the ingredients break down, forming a syrup. This step takes a couple of minutes. You will know the syrup is ready when it has transformed into a soup like texture.
Now, add in a few ice cubes and begin adding the remaining ingredients. Pour in the tequila, sour mix, honey and orange bitters. Shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds. It will be helpful to use a straw to taste the recipe and adjust to your liking. Too much tequila taste? Add more sour mix. Too spicy? Add in a bit more honey to lessen the heat.
Garnish the Blackberry Margarita
Now it's time to complete the blackberry margarita. Begin by adding a few ice cubes to each glass. Using the small strainer, pour the contents out of the shaker into each glass being careful to divide evenly.
Then, garnish the drink with fresh blackberries, jalapeño and mint! Now it's time to enjoy!
TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BEST RESULTS
- It is best to make this recipe as listed in regards to the fresh blackberries. I did not test this recipe using pre-made blackberry syrup so results may vary.
- Be sure to remove seeds for less heat. If you want no heat, do not add the jalapeño.
- If you need an easier option than the sour mix, simple syrup works great as well. Simply use 1:1 ratio of water and sugar. Bring water to a slight boil and dissolve sugar until combined.
- It is best to make this drink as needed. I did not prepare this ahead of time but you can certainly try. Be sure to not add ice until ready to serve.
- Don't have orange bitters? Simply add about 1tbsp of fresh orange juice or omit it all together. You will certainly still enjoy the cocktail!
TRY THESE OTHER BLACKBERRY INSPIRED COCKTAILS + MARGARITAS!
Jalapeno Blackberry Margarita
Equipment
- Cocktail Shaker
- Muddler
- 2 Cocktail Glasses
- Small Strainer
Ingredients
- ¾ cup Fresh Blackberries
- ½ cup Sour Mix
- ¼ teaspoon Orange Bitters
- 2 tablespoon Honey
- 2 oz Tequila
- 2 small Jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon Tajin or Chili Lime Salt
- 1 oz Mint
Instructions
- First, if you are preparing this recipe as instructed. You will need to start with preparing the homemade sour mix first.
- It takes about 15 minutes as you will need to squeeze fresh lemons and limes. Head over to that post first and circle back!
- If not, refer to the blog notes under tips and tricks to prepare the simple syrup.
Dress the Cocktail Glasses
- Begin by taking two short cocktail glasses and a small plate or paper towel, pour about two tablespoons of Tajin or chili lime salt onto the flat surface.
- Take a lemon or lime wedge and moisten the rim of the glass. This will be the binding agent to help the Tajin or salt adhere to the glass.
- Simply dip the moistened rim of the glass into the salt, turning the glass counter or counterclockwise around until the entire rim is dressed in the seasoning. Set aside until further use.
Prepare the Blackberry Margarita
- Take the cocktail shaker and add the fresh blackberries and jalapeno (optional) to the cup.
- Using the muddler, begin smashing the blackberries and jalapeno together until the ingredients break down, forming a syrup. This step takes a couple of minutes. You will know the syrup is ready when it has transformed into a soup like texture.
- Now, add in a few ice cubes and begin adding the remaining ingredients. Pour in the tequila, sour mix, honey and orange bitters.
- Shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds. It will be helpful to use a straw to taste the recipe and adjust to your liking.
- Begin by adding a few ice cubes to each glass. Using the small strainer, pour the contents out of the shaker into each glass being careful to divide evenly.
- Then, garnish the drink with fresh blackberries, jalapeño and mint! Now it's time to enjoy!
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