Naughty Nice Margarita Punch
A touch of sweetness with a little bit of spice – the perfect “naughty nice” margarita...spicy, sweet, and festive!
Servings: 6
Calories: 389kcal
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1-2 jalapeños sliced
- 6 slices fresh ginger
- 1 star anise
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 2 cups tequila
- 1/2 cup orange liqueur (Cointreau)
- 1 cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 6 ginger beers
- sugared cranberries, for serving
Instructions
- 1. To make the vanilla jalapeño honey syrup. In a pot, bring 1/2 cup water,the honey, jalapeños, ginger, and star anise to a gentle boil. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from the heat. Let cool, stir in the vanilla, then strain the syrup into a glass jar. This makes enough for 6-8 drinks. The longer you allow the jalapeños to sit, the spicier the syrup.2. If desired, rim your glass with salt, then fill with ice.3. In a punch bowl, combine the vanilla jalapeño honey syrup, tequila, orange liquor, lime juice, and vanilla. Stir to combine, chill until ready to serve. Before serving, add ice, then pour the ginger beer overtop. Serve with sugared cranberries (above), if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 389kcal
