Guava Margarita

This Guava Margarita is a spicy-sweet, tropical masterpiece that deserves its own happy hour. First of all, it’s got heat. Then, comes the zing. And finally, guava juice shows up doing the absolute most. Whether you like your margaritas with a little fire or prefer them mild and fruity this spicy guava margarita is fully customizable and dangerously straightforward to make. Our bestie Lea and we were playing mixologist for a day, and let’s just say, we’re accepting tips in the form of compliments and applause. Oh, and if you don’t have a shaker bottle? No problem. Use a mason jar or a stainless steel tumbler or whatever vessel your heart desires. If it holds liquid and has a lid, it’s a cocktail shaker now.

What stands out

To start, it’s fruityfiery and fizzy — a true triple threat in the best possible way. The guava brings that sweet island vibe, while the lime adds a little zip, and the jalapeño brings the heat. It’s bright, refreshing, and tastes like vacation in a glass. Even better? You can tone down the spice, swap in lemon if needed, or play around with the sweetness level to make it your own. It’s the party drink dinner drink, or Tuesday-at-4pm drink. No judgement zone here.

Jalapeño: This is what brings the heat, but don’t worry, you’re in full control of the spice level. Infuse the drink with just the right amount of kick.

Agave or maple syrup: Just a touch of sweetness to balance the heat. Agave is classic, but maple syrup works too. Either one balances the lime.

Tequila: Use your favorite tequila.

Triple Sec (Cointreau): Adds complexity, brightness, and that classic margarita edge, rounding everything out with a hint of orange flavor.

Lime juice: If you’re in a lemon-only household, that’ll work too.

Guava juice: Guava brings floral, fruity vibes and makes the whole drink feel like a vacation.

Sparking water: A fizzy little top-off that adds effervescence and lightness. Flavored or unflavored, dealer’s choice. We love a lime or grapefruit seltzer here.

Ice: For shaking and serving. We make our own slow-melting ice at home using this ice tray.

Kitchen tip

If you want more spice, leave the seeds from the jalapeño

Swaps

1. Swap the guava juice for mango, passionfruit, or pineapple juice for a totally different tropical twist.
2. Make it a mocktail by skipping the tequila and triple sec, and adding orange juice or more sparkling water instead.
3. Use honey in place of agave or maple syrup if that’s what you have on hand.
4. Dial up the spice with a few extra jalapeño slices, or go mild by straining the syrup and using just one slice.
5. Swap the Tajín rim for flaky salt, sugar, or a mix of both to suit your mood.

Serve it with

• Serve our Guacamole Recipe and Roasted Tomato Salsa with tortilla chips for a appetizer.
• Serve with these Shrimp Tacos for the summertime dinner.
• Our Cowboy Caviar features mango and pairs nicely for a good appetizer and drink combo.

Questions

Can we make this without alcohol?

Absolutely! For a mocktail version, just swap the tequila and triple sec for sparkling water or. splash of orange juice!

what if i can’t find guava juice?

You can definitely use passionfruit, mango, or even pineapple juice as an alternative. Still tropical and!

how spicy is this really?

It’s as spicy as you make it. One jalapeño goes a long way, but you can use less (or more) depending on your preference.

can i batch this for a party?

Absolutely! Just scale up all the ingredients and mix it in a large pitcher.

How many calories per drink?

Each Guava Margarita has approximately 543 calories.

Ingredients

Makes 1 serving

• 1 seedless jalapeño cut into circles
• 1 tablespoon agave or maple syrup
• 4 oz Tequila — any
• 2 oz Triple Sec — Cointreau
• ¼ cup lime juice — lemon juice works too
• ¼ cup guava juice
• Tajín, for the rim
• top off with any sparking water
• additional ice

Equipment

• Ice Cube Tray
• Mortar and Pestle
• Measuring Cups + Spoons
• Cutting Board
• shaker bottle

Method

1. Add the jalapeño rings to a mortar and pestle or even to a bowl if you don’t have one. Add the agave syrup or even maple syrup and muddle it until it releases its juices.
2. Add the jalapeño syrup to the shaker bottle, the tequila, triple sec, lime or lemon juice and ice. Close the top and give it a good shake.
3. Take the glasses and roll the rims into lime juice and then dip into Tajín. Add ice and pour the delicious margarita into each one.
4. Top it off with any sparkling water of choice and you can garnish with a flower or even a jalapeño ring.

Kitchen notes

• Spicy level: Feel free to leave the jalapeño seeds if you want this drink really spicy.
• Guava juice swap: If you don’t want to use guava juice you are more than welcome to use any other juice that you personally love.
• Mixer set: Please convert oz into tablespoons online if you don’t have a mixer set.