With the advent of summer, spicy cocktails have become the highlight of Austin’s bars and restaurants. As refreshing as they are complex,  these delicious drinks are really the perfect antidote to a perfect balmy summer evening.

 

Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Cucumber Jalapeno Rita

Courtesy of Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Cucumber Jalapeno Rita: Ambhar Reposado Tequila, elderflower liqueur, muddled cucumber, fresh jalapenos, simple syrup, fresh lime

Mango-Habanero Rita

Courtesy of Jack Allen’s Kitchen

Mango Habanero Rita: Dulce Vida Organic Reposado, Paula’s Texas Orange habanero syrup, mango puree, fresh lime, Halo del Santo rim.


Jacoby’s Restaurant & Mercantile

Jalapeno Business

 

Jalapeno Business: Jalapeno and cucumber infused tequila with agave, fresh lime juice and Trechas rim. 


The Peached Tortilla

Margarita de Peached

 

Margarita de Peached: Habanero infused tequila, Thai basil, cointreau, lime juice.

 


 

Lonesome Dove

LonesomeDove Cucumber Margarita

Photo: Roger Ho – Do512

Tim Love’s Jalapeño Cucumber MargaritaLove 22 Reposado Tequila, Jalapeno, Cucumber, Cointreau Liqueur, LD MARGARITA MIX, Salted Rim, Lime Wedge