Chili Mango Margaritas – Mango and chili powder are the unexpected pairing that takes this traditional drink to another level. The smokey flavor of the chili and sweetness of the mango are a match made in heaven.
Summer is here and I am spending so much time on our patio. Now that we have new comfy furniture and gorgeous twinkling lights, I am obsessed with being out there whenever I can.
To make the moments outside even better, I need to have a cold beverage in my hand. Lately it’s been a light beer but it’s time to bust out some fun recipes. These Chili Mango Margaritas are a favorite of mine. They were even featured in my last cook book, Entertaining Made Easy.
These margaritas are refreshing, thanks to the mango and lime juices, but also have a hint of smokey flavor from the chili powder. Don’t worry – they’re not spicy in the slightest. But if you want a kick, a pinch of cayenne will do the trick.
Without further ado, here are my Chili Mango Margaritas!
What is in these margaritas?
These margaritas are so simple to make. They are made with just a few simple ingredients:
- Mango juice
- Lime juice
- Tequila
- Triple sec
- Salt
- Chili powder
I have made this margarita with juice and with puree. I find juice better for margaritas because it’s not as thick as puree. If you use puree, it’s best to thin it out a little with some orange juice.
Salt is so important to any margarita because it helps balance out the tequila so it doesn’t have a strong bite. You’ll find the margarita a lot easier to sip with a tiny pinch of salt. Which can be just as dangerous as it is enjoyable so be careful.
Tips & Tricks
- If you cannot find mango juice, you can puree fresh mangos with a little orange juice.
- Don’t skip the salt! It’s essential in any margarita to help mellow out the tequila.
- The chili powder gives the drink a smokey flavor but no spiciness. If you want a little kick, add a dash of cayenne to each drink.
Chili Mango Margaritas
Ingredients
- 4 cups mango juice
- 8 ounces silver tequila
- 3 ounces triple sec
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt plus extra for garnish
- ½ teaspoon chili powder plus extra for garnish
Instructions
- Put the mango nectar, tequila, and triple sec in a small pitcher. Add the lime juice, salt, and chili powder, and stir to combine.
- If you’d like to add salt to the rim, place a little lime juice or water on a plate. Mix some flaky salt on another plate with a pinch of chili powder for color. Dip the rim of each glass in the lime juice or water and then into the chili salt. Add ice to each glass, and fill with margarita.
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What a delightful take on chili mango margaritas! Your recipes always inspire creativity.
Oh wow, this margarita is quite interesting. I love the added spiciness. I’m saving this for the 4th July garden party. Thanks!
This margarita looks so refreshing and delicious! I love the combination of the sweet mango juice with the spicy chili powder, so perfect!
This is my favorite margarita ever. Everything tastes better with mango. Thanks for the recipe.
Love your chili mango margarita! Fabulous and the perfect way to celebrate 5 o’clock today (and tomorrow, etc.). Thanks so much for the recipe!
I grew up eating mangoes and let’s just say having this drink was love at first sip. The mango and chilli flavor compliment each other so well!
Sweet, spicy and super refreshing. These chili mango margaritas are perfect for summer!
Ooh, interesting that they’re not spicy! I would have thought that they would be. But that’s good because I don’t actually want a spicy margarita. 😉 I’m so excited to try these!
Oh, wow! What a fun twist on regular mango margaritas! I’m so saving this for the next party. If those ever become a thing again.
Such a perfect and refreshing summer drink to prepare for my friends. I am sure they will love it.
LOVE these simple chili mango margaritas! They are so easy to make and loaded with flavors from the mango and the kick from the chilis!
My hubby and I are going to love these for the weekend. Looks so refreshing and I’m going to love the kick added to them too! So excited to make these lovely drinks!
Pass a pitcher of these pleeeeeease ! Wow those all look purity and yes send it over my way!
That sweet and spicy combo is to die for! Is it 5:00 yet?? Because I am more than ready for one of these!
This margarita looks absolutely amazing, especially with the chili salt rim! I love the combination of smokey and sweet. Yum!
The margaritas to fight for! Fantastic flavor and just perfect for this time of the year!
gimmee all the drinks 🙂 this looks soo GOOODDD i want to make this right now! even thought were i am its only 8am
Don’t threaten me with a good time! I had all the ingredients. And, after a crazy busy day with work, and our patio extension being poured, I needed this. Mango and chili is such a great combo. Thanks for sharing!
Yum! I love the combo of chili and mangos. So perfect for summer.
Well these do look super fun for summer! Thanks for the great ideas and flavor combos looking forward to tryout out some of them
With the warm weather finally here, this is the perfect drink for the patio. I think this would be a hit at my next bbq party. I know my guests would enjoy this.