Mora Picosa (Spicy Blackberry Margarita)

Mora Picosa (Spicy Blackberry Margarita)Paul H. Christian,YtC StudiosBlackberries give this spicy margarita its dramatic color and juicy sweetness, while chile de árbol supplies a slow-building kick. Skip the muddler—a hard shake with ice is enough to break down the berries and release the mint’s freshness.Recipe informationIngredients1Tbsp. kosher saltCayenne pepper (optional)1lime wedge6blackberries, divided1chile de árbol1mint sprig2oz. tequila reposado1¼oz. Cointreau¾oz. fresh lime juiceNeed to make a substitution?PreparationStep 1Combine 1 Tbsp. kosher salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper (if using) on a small plate. Rub rim of an old-fashioned or rocks glass with lime; dip in salt mixture. Fill with ice and set aside.Step 2Combine 4 blackberries, chile de árbol, 1 chile de árbol, 1 mint sprig, 2 oz. tequila reposado, 1¼ oz. Cointreau, and ¾ oz fresh lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is very cold, about 20 seconds. Strain cocktail through a Hawthorne strainer or a slotted spoon into reserved glass. Garnish with 2 blackberries.Recipe notesBack to topTriangle