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Jalapaloma

Cinco de Mayo is just around the corner—and that means there will be plenty of tacos and tequila to go around. Start the party early with this spicy twist on the classic paloma cocktail: the Jalapaloma. Instead of your standard portion of tequila, you’ll replace it with a dose of jalapeño-infused Blue Nectar Tequila. The Jalapaloma can be crafted at home with a few simple steps:

Chop up one jalapeño and use it to infuse 1-1/2 ounces Blue Nectar Silver*. In a shaker, combine infused tequila with 1/2 ounce Grand Marnier, 1/2 ounce lime juice, 3/4 ounce agave nectar, and 2 ounces grapefruit juice, and shake well. Garnish with an orange slice.

*You can infuse the tequila for anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks depending on how spicy you want it to be. Sample over time to achieve your desired heat level.

Voila! This cocktail is perfect for Cinco de Mayo or any day of the year.