Lavender Pepper Margarita

The Lavender Pepper Margarita is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that captures the essence of summer. The delicate floral notes from the lavender simple syrup combined with the bright and slightly sweet lemon create a harmonious blend of flavors. The unexpected addition of green bell pepper adds a unique twist, infusing the drink with a hint of fresh garden flavor. The rim of the glass dusted with paprika and salt adds an extra kick, making this margarita a delightful and surprising treat for the senses.

Lavender Pepper Margarita

A refreshing margarita with lavender simple syrup, lemon, and a surprising twist of green bell pepper, garnished with a zesty lime wheel.

5.00 from 98 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1.50 oz blanco tequila (such as Don Julio)
  • 1 oz lavender simple syrup
  • 1 oz lemon juice
  • 1/4 of a green bell pepper
  • Paprika (to rim the glass)
  • Sea salt (to rim the glass)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. Rim the glass with paprika and sea salt.
  2. Combine the blanco tequila, lavender simple syrup, and lemon juice in a shaker.
  3. Muddle the green bell pepper in the shaker to release its flavor.
  4. Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously.
  5. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice.
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel.