Cool as a Cucumber, Hot on the Rim: Tajín-Kissed Margarita Magic

Light, crisp, and packed with garden-fresh flavor, the Cucumber Margarita with a Tajín Rim is your go-to cocktail for when you want something refreshing with just the right amount of spice. Made with smooth El Jimador tequila, muddled cucumber, and zesty lime, this drink hits all the high notes—cool, citrusy, and finished with that perfect chili-lime tang on the rim.

Whether you’re pairing it with spicy tacos or just cooling off in the sun, this marg is as chill as it gets.

🥒 Ingredients (Serves 2)

• 4 oz El Jimador tequila
• 1 ½ oz lime juice (fresh-squeezed)
• 1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
• ¾ oz agave syrup (or adjust to taste)
• ½ cup cucumber, peeled and sliced
• Ice

Optional Garnish:

• Thin cucumber ribbons or slices
• Lime wheel
• Tajín for rim
• Fresh cilantro or mint (for aroma)

🍹 Instructions

• Prep the Glasses
  Rub a lime wedge around the rim of each glass. Dip into Tajín to coat the edge with chili-lime magic. Set aside.
• Muddle the Cucumber
  In a shaker, muddle the cucumber slices until they release their juice and flavor.
• Shake It Up
  Add El Jimador, lime juice, orange liqueur, agave syrup, and ice to the shaker. Shake well for 15–20 seconds.
• Strain and Serve
  Double strain into an ice-filled glass to keep it smooth. Garnish with a cucumber ribbon or lime wheel.

🌶️ Why You’ll Love It
This margarita is the ultimate refreshment—the crispness of cucumber meets citrusy brightness and a spicy Tajín rim for the perfect contrast. It’s elegant, cooling, and a little fiery… just like you like it.

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