If you’re craving a cocktail that hits all the right notes — sweet, smoky, and just a touch of heat — the Hot Honey Peach Mezcal Margarita is your go-to summer drink. Combining the rich, smoky depth of mezcal with juicy peach purée and a drizzle of spicy honey, this margarita is both playful and sophisticated, perfect for patio sipping, evening gatherings, or elevating your at-home happy hour.
Why This Margarita Works
The flavor balance is what makes this drink so irresistible. Fresh peach purée adds a natural sweetness and vibrant summer aroma, while hot honey introduces a subtle but exciting kick that lingers on the palate. Mezcal brings its signature smoky complexity, making this cocktail feel layered and refined, while fresh lime juice brightens every sip and keeps the drink balanced. It’s even better when you use juicy, in-season peaches.
Garnishes For Your Peach Margarita
Serving this cocktail is half the fun. A salted or Tajín-rimmed glass gives each sip a zesty edge, while a peach slice, lime wheel, or even a small chili makes the drink look as stunning as it tastes. This simple touch transforms the margarita from an everyday drink into a centerpiece for your brunch table, happy hour spread, or backyard party. If this not your jam find more margaritas here.
Bar-Quality Cocktails at Home
This cocktail captures the “Bar Service at Home” philosophy: easy-to-follow steps, simple ingredients, and a result that feels like it belongs in a high-end cocktail bar. Whether you’re impressing guests, celebrating golden hour, or treating yourself to a little indulgence, the Hot Honey Peach Mezcal Margarita delivers both style and flavor. Its combination of smoky mezcal, sweet peaches, and spicy honey creates a drink that’s complex, refreshing, and irresistibly fun.
Perfect for summer sipping or anytime you want a cocktail with personality, this margarita proves that sweet, smoky, and spicy can coexist beautifully in one glass. You can watch a video on how to make this drink here.
Hot Honey Peach Mezcal Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz mezcal
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz triple sec
- 2 oz peach puree (fresh or frozen, blended)
- 1 /2 oz hot honey (or honey infused with a pinch of cayenne)
- Lime wheel or peach slice for garnish
- Tajin, for rim
Instructions
- Place kosher salt or Tajín on a small plate. Rub half the outer rim of a rocks glass with a lime wedge (reserve for serving), then roll moistened rim in salt/Tajín. Or use a brush to brush hot honey on the side of the glass and roll in salt/Tajín.
- Fill glass with ice and set aside.
- Make peach puree by blending 1 peach in a blender until smooth.
- In a shaker, combine peach puree and hot honey to mix. Add mezcal , triple sec and lime juice.
- Fill shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until cold.
- Strain mixture into prepared glass.
- Garnish with reserved lime wheel, peach slice, or small chili.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the sweet, smoky, spicy perfection.
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