Modern: Prickly Heat Margarita

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  • Makes

    1

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    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Spirits of '76: Celebrating 250 Years with Cocktails from Every State

By Kim Laidlaw

Published 2026

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This bold Arizona-inspired margarita blends smoky mezcal with sweet prickly pear and a spicy chile-salt rim for a modern variation. Reflecting the desert’s vibrant colors and fiery sunsets, it offers a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, capturing the essence of the Grand Canyon State. Look for prickly pear syrup at a well-stocked beverage store or online.