Spicy Blackberry Margaritas with Grand Marnier & Crème de Mûre
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Ready to elevate your happy hour game? Spicy Blackberry Margaritas are the perfect combination of sweet, spicy, and tangy, thanks to the combination of Tequila, Grand Marnier, Blackberry Liqueur, and a spicy margarita mix. Cheers!
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The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions and ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required and understand the steps and timings involved.
Spicy Blackberry Margaritas
Spicy Blackberry Margaritas are a unique and flavorful twist on the classic cocktail and are a must-try if you love tequila-based drinks!
Made with tequila, Crème de Mûre blackberry liqueur, Grand Marnier, and spicy margarita mix, these cocktails pack a punch of heat and sweetness in every sip.
The purple-pink hue of the drink is as beautiful as it is delicious and is perfectly accented by the Tajin seasoning on the rim of the glass.
To top it off, each drink is garnished with fresh blackberry, slices of jalapeño, and a wedge of lime, adding a burst of color and texture.
These spicy margaritas and our other Unique Margarita Recipes are perfect for any occasion, from Cinco de Mayo to casual gatherings with friends.
And, of course, they pair well with Mexican and Tex-Mex food.
With their unique blend of flavors and vibrant presentation, Spicy Blackberry Margaritas are sure to impress and delight all who try them!
Ingredients For Spicy Blackberry Margaritas
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- Tequila – you can use silver or gold tequila in this cocktail.
- Crème de Mûre – a blackberry liqueur.
- Grand Marnier – a French liqueur made with cognac, bitter orange, and sugar.
- Spicy Margarita Mix – a spicy, sweet, and sour cocktail mix. If you can’t source the spicy kind, regular margarita mix must do!
- Blackberry Syrup
- Tajin Seasoning – a chili, lime, and sea salt mixture which we used to rim the glass in this cocktail. It is often sprinkled on fresh fruits and vegetables to add a zingy kick.
- Simple Syrup – you can buy this ready-made, but it is very easy to make yourself. To make simple syrup, place equal measures of sugar and water in a pan and stir over medium heat. By the time it starts to simmer, the sugar is dissolved, and that’s it!
- Garnish – Fresh Blackberries, Limes, Jalapeños
This cocktail is shaken, but don’t worry if you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you could just use a container with a tight-fitting lid – like a mason jar or even the cup on a blender or smoothie maker.
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How Do You Salt the Rim of a Margarita Glass?
Traditionally, margaritas are served in the eponymous margarita glass, a stepped-diameter variant of a champagne coupe. The rim of the glass is often dipped in salt, sometimes sugar, and sometimes something else, like Tajin seasoning.
You don’t have to use margarita-shaped glasses for this cocktail—use any glass. The method for adding salt to the rim of a glass is exactly the same!
- Pour some salt (kosher salt/sea salt flakes work well) onto a small plate or saucer.
- You could even try different flavored salts.
- Cut a notch or slit into the flesh of a lime wedge, then run it around the rim of the glass to add juice to the inside and outside edges.
- Dip the glass rim into the salt and give it a twist or two (like you’re cutting cookies from pastry).
- And you’re done!
You can buy cocktail-rimming dishes online (there is a gadget for everything!), but a small plate or saucer will work fine.
More Margaritas To Make
If you love margaritas, here are some more to make:
- Layered Tropical Margarita with 3 Tequilas – Almond, Tangerine & Mango
- How To Make Classic Margaritas on the Rocks
- Frozen Strawberry Margaritas Are Perfect For Summer!
- Texas Margaritas with Raspberry Liqueur & Jalapeños!
- Hawaiian Margarita Cocktail
Cocktail Party Appetizers
If you want to serve some appetizers with your drinks, check out these recipes:
- Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites with Homemade Ranch Dip
- 5-Ingredient Parmesan Onion Dill Dip Recipe
- Crispy Lemon Panko Fried Shrimp Recipe
Spicy Blackberry Margaritas Variations
I like to provide variations of the cocktails shared on The Purple Pumpkin Blog, such as turning the cocktail into an alcohol-free mocktail so that non-drinkers can enjoy the drink too!
Virgin Spicy Blackberry Margarita Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
So that non-drinkers can enjoy this drink we simply remove the alcohol and replace it!
In a cocktail shaker with ice, shake together:
- 2 oz Blackberry Syrup
- 1 oz Orange Syrup
- 3 oz Spicy Margarita Mix
And pour into Tajin-rimmed glasses and garnish as in the recipe card.
I haven’t made the mocktail version, so I recommend adding the syrups to your taste as they may add a sweetness that you may not necessarily get from alcoholic liqueurs.
Spicy Blackberry Margarita Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic Spirits)
For adults who would still like to enjoy the taste of alcohol in their mocktail, you could try non-alcoholic alternatives.
In the UK, try Lyre’s, which is also available on Amazon in the UK and Amazon.com.
Other brands include Strykk (UK), and Ritual (US & Canada). Non-alcoholic spirits are a growing trend, so be on the lookout in your local stores and online.
- Instead of Tequila, use Lyre’s Agave Blanco Spirit
- Instead of Grand Marnier, use Lyre’s Orange Sec
- Instead of Crème de Mûre, use Blackberry Syrup
Use the non-alcoholic alternatives instead of the alcoholic ones in the recipe card.
Frozen Spicy Blackberry Margaritas
Want to turn this cocktail into a frozen slushie? Here’s how!
Put all the ingredients in a blender with a generous amount of ice – then blend till smooth.
Serve with a straw, and watch out for brain freeze!
You could do the same with the mocktail version too.
Big Batch Spicy Blackberry Margaritas
Want to make a big batch of this spicy cocktail for a party or gathering? It’s so easy!
As long as you use the same measuring container (glass, cup, jug, etc.,) for the “1 part”, the ratios will be correct and you can make as much as you need to.
To make a big batch of spicy margaritas, mix together:
- 2 parts Tequila
- 2 parts Crème de Mûre
- 1 part Grand Marnier
- 6 parts Spicy Margarita Mix
- ¼ part Blackberry Syrup
Serve the large batch cocktail in drinks dispensers, or pitchers, or go retro and serve from a punch bowl! Use whichever container you have, or suits the event you are hosting.
Make sure to add plenty of ice to your serving container of choice to keep the cocktail chilled.
You could also skewer jalapeño slices, blackberries, and lime slices onto cocktail picks for guests to garnish their drinks.
Additionally, you could pre-rim glasses with Tajin, or provide a glass-rimming kit for a DIY option.
When setting up your bar or cocktail serving area, you could include:
- Ice Bucket (filled with ice!)
- Margarita Glasses
- Cocktail Napkins
- Cocktail Stirrers
- Cocktail Sticks
- Cocktail Party Decorations
This cocktail recipe is intended for adults of the legal drinking age in your country of residence.
Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and drive.
How Do I Make Spicy Blackberry Margaritas?
Check out the printable recipe card below with full ingredients and instructions. To save ink, any demonstration photos do not print.
Spicy Blackberry Margaritas
Ingredients
For Glass Rim
- Simple syrup
- Tajin seasoning
For Margaritas
- 1 oz Tequila
- 1 oz Crème de Mûre
- ½ oz Grand Marnier
- 3 oz Spicy Margarita Mix
- 1 tsp Blackberry syrup
- Ice
For Garnish
- Fresh blackberries
- Lime slices
- Jalapeño slices
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Pour some simple syrup onto a plate, and pour some Tajin seasoning onto another plate.
- Dip your glasses into the simple syrup and then into the Tajin seasoning. Set glasses aside.
- Place Tequila, Crème de Mûre, Grand Marnier, spicy margarita mix, and blackberry syrup into a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake well for 15-30 seconds to combine.
- Pour into ice-filled glasses, and garnish with fresh blackberry, lime, and jalapeño as desired. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
Make It A Party!
The beverage is covered, but what about other dishes to create a full menu for a dinner party?
- Appetizer: Roasted Red Pepper Hummus Dip
- Soup: Spicy Sweet Corn Chowder with Chorizo
- Salad: Fresh & Fruity Rice Salad
- Main Dish: Lime-Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri Sauce
- Side Dish: Fully Loaded Mexican Street Corn with Mexican Crema & Cotija Cheese
- Dessert: Tres Leches Cupcakes with Vanilla Frosting & Toasted Coconut
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