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Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

02/02/2016 Updated: 12/04/2019 By Karrie 62 Comments

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Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita is the perfect lemon-limey, tangy, tart, slightly spicy cocktail to serve to your special Valentine or make for Taco Tuesday!

Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

So, I wasn't planning on making a recipe with the preserved lemons I made a few weeks ago until late February; however, Rachelle with Beer Girl Cooks planted alcoholic seeds in my mind when both of them commented on using the lemons in a cocktail.

I've only added these lemons to a Bloody Mary before but the idea of combining them with a vibrant herb in a gin and tonic or a margarita had me all excited. 

The tonic is out of the question, due to my take-no-prisoners sugarless eating plan, that I am currently trying to follow, so that left me with tequila.

Tequila is actually a pretty good liquor to drink if you are trying to be "healthy".  After all, Time Magazine came out and practically announced it's a health food, so who the hell am I to argue with the reputable and highly educated folks at Time??

Healthy people rejoice, as I hereby present to you the supremely good for you drink...Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita!!!!

Here's to your health!

Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

Plus, it's Taco Tuesday!!!!!  What better time to drink a refreshing preserved lemon spicy margarita than on the most perfect day of the week for it? 

I mean, if you can't drink this on Taco Tuesday, when can you drink it?  FYI, in case you need some recipes, here's a shredded beef taco one and a slow cooker tomatillo pork one.

Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

This drink is simple, quick, easy, and delicious...and it has tasty tequila in it.  The little bit of spiciness comes from this unbelievable Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur. 

This stuff is the best mixer for all kinds of drinks, but especially good in margaritas.  Definitely look for it at your local stores, if you like this sort of thing and if you can't find it, feel free to leave it out. 

Just make a preserved lemon margarita, sans spicy.

Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

Lately, I've been making all my margaritas, including this one, without a simple syrup; however, for the sake of people who don't mind a little sugar in their drinks, I added it to this recipe. 

By the way, please don't bother with buying simple syrup at the store to mix your drinks, just make your own.

How to make a simple syrup:

  • 1 to 1 ratio of sugar and water (for example: 1 cup of sugar and 1 cup of water).  I use turbinado or demerara sugar, in place of white granulated sugar.
  • Place the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until all the sugar melts. 
  • Remove from heat and let cool. 
  • Put mixture in a covered container and store in the refrigerator.  I've kept mine in the refrigerator for weeks at a time and it stays perfectly fresh.
Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

Hope you show your Valentine, or your tacos tonight, how much you love them by making this Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita!

Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

The perfect lemon-limey, tangy, tart, slightly spicy cocktail to serve to your special Valentine or make for taco Tuesday!
5 from 11 votes
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Course: Drink
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Calories: 209kcal
Author: Karrie | Tasty Ever After

Ingredients

  • ¼ preserved lemon rind, cut into thin strips (about 4 strips)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 ½ ounces silver tequila
  • ¾ ounce Ancho Chili Liqueur
  • ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • ½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
  • ½ ounce simple syrup
  • coarse salt to line the glass rim
  • ice cubes
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Place the preserved lemon strips and cilantro in cocktail shaker and muddle together for a minute or two. Add all of the remaining ingredients to the lemon and cilantro mixture in the cocktail shaker. Shake well.
  • Place some coarse salt on shallow bowl, lightly wet rim of glass, and dip into salt so it coats the rim on all sides. Add the desired amount of ice to the glass and carefully pour in the prepared margarita mixture.
  • Cheers to a good life!
Nutrition Facts
Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita
Amount Per Serving
Calories 209
% Daily Value*
Sodium 10mg0%
Carbohydrates 19g6%
Sugar 17g19%
Vitamin C 11.7mg14%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita
 
Preserved Lemon Spicy Margarita

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Comments

  1. Jeff

    September 17, 2016 at 8:45 pm

    Is there supposed to be ice in the shaker? We made it with ice and it's is super good. Ancho Reyes is amazing.

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      September 20, 2016 at 10:56 am

      Hey Jeff! I LOVE that you made this drink! Ancho Reyes is so amazing and it's a great mixer to have around ? Sure ice can be added directly to the shaker. I only added ice to the glass but it was just out of personal preference. So glad you liked this recipe and thanks again for taking the time to let me now how it turned out. Also, please let me know if you try any other cool drink recipes with the Ancho Reyes ?

      Reply
  2. Smitha

    April 09, 2016 at 8:03 am

    5 stars
    That s lovely drink. The picture itself says how wonderful it is. Nice photography Karrie

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      April 11, 2016 at 3:15 pm

      Thank you Smitha! I really appreciate all your kind comments 🙂

      Reply
  3. GiGi Eats

    February 18, 2016 at 12:52 am

    Preppin' for summer!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 18, 2016 at 3:27 pm

      Preppin' hard, my friend

      Reply
  4. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat

    February 16, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    How did you know I love margaritas?? I definitely can't wait to try a spicy one!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 18, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      I just knew Shelby. heeheehee If you like spicy, then this drink (and that ancho chili liqueur) is for you!

      Reply
  5. Mahy

    February 16, 2016 at 8:47 pm

    Karrie--this looks FABULOUS!!! Calling my name!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 18, 2016 at 3:25 pm

      I hear it too Mahy! You better make one quick

      Reply
  6. Holly

    February 15, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    This sounds amazing - I love a spicy Margarita! I make one using Sriracha and everyone thinks I'm crazy but I it's so delcious! I'll have to find this Ancho Chili Liqueur!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 16, 2016 at 3:43 pm

      Thanks Holly! Sriracha margarita? That's right up my alley! Is the recipe on your blog? I'm going there now to search for it. And you definitely have to get this ancho chili liqueur. It's so good and has the right amount of spicy kick to it

      Reply
  7. Jessica K.

    February 14, 2016 at 11:23 pm

    I would definitely use the money to buy gifts for my family- buy my daughter some nice stuff for her birthday, some games for the hubby, and something nice for my mom and dad!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 16, 2016 at 3:41 pm

      That's so sweet Jessica to buy gifts for family members if you win the gift card. If you win, hopefully you buy a little something for yourself too Good luck!

      Reply
  8. Daniel M

    February 13, 2016 at 1:07 pm

    I'd use it to build a new computer, I built my current one in 2009 and it's slow old and buggy now

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 16, 2016 at 3:40 pm

      Wow, you must be a serious technie Daniel to have built your own computer! Slow and buggy computers are no good so I hope you win this giveaway so you can build a better one. Good luck!

      Reply
  9. Liora (Allthingsloveli)

    February 11, 2016 at 9:31 pm

    I had one not so great tequila in college (to be honest...) but you have convinced me to give it another try! Cheers to your first giveaway too- that's so exciting!!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 16, 2016 at 3:38 pm

      You know we all had that one not so great tequila experience in college! lol! Bad memories but trust me, you should try it again and with this recipe. Good luck. Hahaha

      Reply
  10. Gaila

    February 11, 2016 at 12:33 pm

    5 stars
    Hey Karrie! Somehow I messed up my previous comment here, cause I can't find it!! I guess it was my mind so distracted with this amazing preserved lemon alcohol twist! I love this recipe, and as you already know I have a batch of my own waiting in the closet corner!! hehehe!! THank you for sharing! Happy Valentine's day, again, hugs

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 11, 2016 at 5:46 pm

      Thanks Gaila! I want to do a lamb post once I'm fully moved in so let's get together on our preserved lemon recipes

      Reply
  11. Sharon @ Savormania

    February 10, 2016 at 4:35 am

    Congrats for your first giveaway Karrie, that's awesome! These margaritas look incredible -- love that you use preserved lemons!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 11, 2016 at 5:47 pm

      Thank you Sharon! I drank a lot of these margaritas

      Reply
  12. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop

    February 09, 2016 at 8:09 am

    A spicy margarita! Wow!!! That sounds totally amazing. I love how you used preserved lemons too!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 1:00 pm

      Thanks Kathy. The spiciness is so good in this!

      Reply
  13. Katie Crenshaw

    February 09, 2016 at 5:59 am

    5 stars
    OMG!!! I LOVE THIS!! I think you have to submit this recipe to a contest Karrie!! The sweet, the spicy, the amazing preserved lemons…. This has got to be the best Margarita EVER!! Thanks for the Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur recommendation. I will have to add that to my liquor cabinet!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:59 pm

      Aww Katie, thank you. I will enter this in a contest and if I win a trip, you can go with me That chile liqueur is the best!

      Reply
  14. kushi

    February 08, 2016 at 9:52 pm

    5 stars
    I am in love with this. Looks so good and amazing clicks! WOW!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:58 pm

      Thank you Kushi! I'm in love with it too...and that's why I'm almost out of preserved lemons

      Reply
  15. GiGi Eats

    February 06, 2016 at 12:00 pm

    5 stars
    Ow Ow! This is a drink I know lots of people would drink WAY too much of!! Oh the peeps who love spicy! Me... Not so much

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:57 pm

      What? No spicy? I would think you would like it all spicy and such.

      Reply
      • GiGi Eats

        February 11, 2016 at 4:12 pm

        Nada! I like in MILD... but... SPICY in the bedroom?! LOL TMI???

        Reply
        • Karrie@tastyeverafter

          February 11, 2016 at 5:43 pm

          It's not too much TMI, as long as you don't get specific on the degree of spiciness

          Reply
  16. simonacallas

    February 06, 2016 at 12:25 am

    5 stars
    I like very much cocktails and I wanted to learn to prepare them at home I even bought some tiny measuring cups This Margarita looks delicious and I wouldn't refuse one, though it's 7 am now in my country Congratulations for your first giveaway!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:48 pm

      Too cute on the tiny measuring cups for cocktails, Simona. I love stuff like that! 7am isn't too early for a cocktail, is it? heeheehee

      Reply
  17. Beeta @ Mon Petit Four

    February 05, 2016 at 8:33 pm

    This looks SO freakin good! It's TGIF and I am totally craving a cocktail! :p I love this idea of using preserved lemons...so so tasty!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      Thanks Beeta. I'm always craving a cocktail. lol!

      Reply
  18. annie@ciaochowbambina

    February 05, 2016 at 9:58 am

    5 stars
    Everything about this is sooo inviting! Which means I'll be right over! Thanks for your warm hospitality! DELICIOUS!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      It's an open door policy over here Annie! Cheers

      Reply
  19. Anu - My Ginger Garlic Kitchen

    February 05, 2016 at 7:26 am

    Absolutely in love with this spicy lemon margarita, Karrie. Glad you used those lemons — such a genius idea.

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:41 pm

      Thank you so much Anu!

      Reply
  20. TammyRenea @San Pasqual's Kitchen

    February 04, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    I swore off Tequila for personal reasons. hahaha But this little cocktail is seriously making me rethink it.

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:38 pm

      Hahahaha! That's too funny Tammy! If I was smart, I would swear off tequila too

      Reply
  21. Kathryn @ Family Food on the Table

    February 04, 2016 at 9:27 am

    So I'm not that into regular margaritas (and you know I prefer my bourbon) but I LOVE the sound of this spicy version! The freshness of the lemon flavors and the kick of heat, plus tequila - this is a winner! Pinning!

    Reply
  22. Kathleen | Hapa Nom Nom

    February 03, 2016 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    Oh my - this drink is pure genius! I never would have thought to use preserved lemons in a cocktail - brilliant! And I'm loving the spicy element to it (I LOVE all things spicy)! And best of all, this looks like the type of cocktail that's social exceptable to drink before noon... am I right?!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      Anything with tequila in it is pure genius and totally acceptable to drink before noon. P.S. you're my kind of girl Kathleen!

      Reply
  23. Thao @ In Good Flavor

    February 03, 2016 at 10:28 am

    So tequila is healthy? Since I'm trying to eat a little more healthy these days, I should incorporate it into my diet! I was wondering what you were going to do with those preserved lemons. Glad to see it being put to good use in a little drinkie drinkie. This would be a hit with company! Congrats on your first giveaway Karrie! My husband and I don't celebrate Valentine's Day, but this would be an awesome Valentine's treat!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:35 pm

      Isn't it wonderful news Thao? If I wasn't already on a diet, I would start one just to drink tequila! lol!

      Reply
  24. Erika @ Love&Custard

    February 03, 2016 at 7:41 am

    I love the combination of preserved lemons, some spice and alcohol! Is it weird that an alcoholic drink just made my mouth water a little bit?! It just sounds so refreshing and with a little kick too!Also gorgeous photos Karrie. Will this be your drink of choice in drowning your Superbowl sorrows this weekend?

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:34 pm

      Thanks Erika! No, it's not weird and it is so refreshing. I drank a lot of beer watching the super bowl but should have drank these instead.

      Reply
  25. HS

    February 02, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    I would put it towards family vacation.

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:33 pm

      That sounds great and hope you win!

      Reply
  26. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary

    February 02, 2016 at 11:36 am

    5 stars
    So glad some of our friend inspired you to make a boozy concoction with those preserved lemons, Karrie! Because OMG, I'll take a few! Love the spiciness you have going on here! Hand me some maracas and a couple of these beauties! cheers doll, *clink clink*!
    Ps hope the move is going well!! Xo

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:32 pm

      Wish we lived closer to each other and we'd make a day out of drinking these! Cheers and the move has and still is sucking

      Reply
  27. Melanie @ Melanie Cooks

    February 02, 2016 at 10:56 am

    5 stars
    Tequila is healthy? That's another excuse to poor me some Especially when it's in your delicious margarita! That salt on a rim is making my mouth water!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:31 pm

      Thank you Melanie and it's always great news to find out that one of my favorite drinks is good for me too!

      Reply
  28. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy

    February 02, 2016 at 10:19 am

    5 stars
    It's Tuesday afternoon, but is it too early for a drink? Haha.
    I love how you have used preserved lemons in this.

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:27 pm

      Never too early for a drink Dannii, especially when it's healthy

      Reply
  29. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks

    February 02, 2016 at 9:52 am

    I'm so glad you decided to turn those preserved lemons in to a delicious diet friendly cocktail! It's such a relief that you have my health in mind when creating boozy masterpieces! And since it's Taco Tuesday, I can enjoy a Tuesday margarita!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:26 pm

      I'm glad too! Drink to your health, my friend

      Reply
  30. Sophie

    February 02, 2016 at 8:29 am

    So I'm on a tight deadline right now and shouldn't be on the internet at all but I had a moment of weakness and checked Bloglovin, and then I saw THIS and I dropped EVERYTHING!!! I absolutely LOVE this idea and will have to make it ASAP! Friday can't come soon enough!!

    Reply
    • Karrie@tastyeverafter

      February 09, 2016 at 12:26 pm

      There's always enough time for a margarita!! hahaha!

      Reply

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