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Sometimes you just want your cocktail to bite back – and with more than just vodka. When herbal drinks and floral concoctions just don’t do it for you, think about adding a little bit of chili to your libations! You’ve experienced savoriness in your Bloody Mary (and even your margarita from time to time), but how about a gin and tonic or a Moscow mule? It’s time to step out of your comfort zone and try some spicy cocktails with your next brunch feast or happy hour get-together. Scroll down for 14 spicy cocktails that’ll definitely get you sweatin'.
Cozy Cravings
Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
Watermelon is just the refreshing flavor note you need to balance out the jalapeño in these spicy cocktails. (via Cozy Cravings)
Tito's Vodka
Pickle & Jalapeño TitoRita
Pickles and jalapeños go surprisingly well together in this delightfully briny concoction. (via Tito's Vodka)
A Spicy Perspective
Spicy Micheladas
You haven't lived until you've tried a michelada. This iteration works in some extra spice to get the party goin'! (via A Spicy Perspective)
Gastroplant
Jade Mezcal Margarita
These spicy cocktails are like a hybrid between your favorite green juice and a classic marg. Packed with kale, ginger, and orange juice, they're an equally healthy and boozy sip! (via Gastroplant)
Mixop
Mango Habanero Margaritas
Mango and habanero will always be a match made in heaven. You'll get a swig of spicy, fruity, sweet, and sour with these gorgeous spicy cocktails! (via Mixop)
Heather Christo
Spicy BLT Green Bloody Marys
There’s a good chance you’ll never buy store-bought Bloody Mary mix ever again after having these spicy sips. Plus, bacon as a garnish? Yes, please! (via Heather Christo)
Jonathan Melendez
Spicy Tomato Gin + Tonics
Put that cocktail muddler to work with this serrano and tomato-infused gin and tonic. Serve 'em ice-cold with cucumber and a salt, pepper, and cayenne-dipped rim. (via Jonathan Melendez)
Nerds With Knives
Hibiscus Cocktail with Mint & Jalapeño
You may not be surprised to see hibiscus in a cocktail, but you might be shocked to drink it with jalapeño. Don’t knock it ’til you try it, because the flavor is *fire.* (via Nerds With Knives)
Inspired by Charm
Sweet Heat
If you’re intimidated by adding peppers to your spicy cocktails, try adding a small amount to a sweet drink to balance it out. This one has jalapeño suspended in a mixture of vodka, pineapple juice, and simple syrup. (via Inspired by Charm)
Cooking For Keeps
Mango & Serrano Chili Daiquiris
Take your stay-cation seriously by lounging outside with a pitcher of these spicy mango daiquiris. You might want to have a glass of water nearby, because these puppies pack a punch. (via Cooking For Keeps)
Cookie + Kate
Pineapple Cilantro Serrano Cocktails
Make these spicy cocktails at home to serve a whole crowd of happy tequila drinkers. (via Cookie + Kate)
Best Friends for Frosting
Pineapple Jalapeño Sangria
Your sangria isn’t immune to the power of peppers. Go for a ripe Chardonnay with tropical flavors to best match up with the pineapple juice and jalapeño! (via Best Friends for Frosting)
Cake ‘n Knife
Spicy Jalapeño Gimlet
You don’t need a ton of frills to enjoy a zesty, spicy cocktail. This gimlet requires only good quality vodka, lime juice, and jalapeño simple syrup to create a strong sip. (via Cake ‘n Knife)
Foolproof Living
Cilantro-Infused Spicy Jalapeño Margaritas
This little number is not for the faint of heart. Thankfully, the sweet and sour flavor of the margarita mix and the cooling effect of cilantro diffuse the spiciness, so it doesn’t totally overwhelm the palate. (via Foolproof Living)
Hello Little Home
Spicy Grapefruit Paloma
If you’re over the classic margarita, a paloma is a great tequila cocktail to take its place! (via Hello Little Home)
Vintage Kitty
Spicy Thai Basil Cucumber Cocktail
Use cucumber and basil to create a cooling base to saturate this bev with spicy flavor. (via Vintage Kitty)
Check out our complete list of hot cocktails for more drink inspiration!
This post has been updated with additional reporting by Meredith Holser.
