Melbourne's cocktail scene has a heat problem - and we're completely here for it.
The spicy margarita has taken over Melbourne's best bars and cantinas, and every mixologist has their own take on how to build the perfect kick. Whether you're a jalapeño purist, a mezcal devotee, or someone who likes their heat balanced with something fruity, Melbourne's got a margarita with your name on it.
Here's five best spicy margaritas in Melbourne right now. Grab a stool and get ready to turn up the heat.
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Mesa Verde takes pride in its long list of Mexican spirits and range of tequila- and mezcal-based margaritas. In addition to the Margarita De La Casa, you’ll find the Full Moon margarita made from ginger tequila with lemongrass curaçao and a tajín salt rim, and the Jala-piña, which sees jalapeno tequila mixed with charred pineapple puree, curaçao, coconut sugar and lime.Read more -
It's perfect for an unforgettable farm to table experienceYou need to try the Noojee Alpine trout, served in a delicious saffron and yuzu broth. Unreal!Look out for the open kitchen vibes downstairs - where smoke, flame and finesse put on a showDo not pass Go and head straight for the rooftop bar. Here, they match the fire in the kitchen with a spicy cocktail offering. The list includes the popular Jala-Pinot, which combines a jalapeno and grapefruit-infused tequila with a pinot noir reduction, lime and grapefruit.Read more -
This colourful Mexican cantina has a formidable cocktail list, which has no less than eight types of margarita, some made with tequila, others with mezcal. Our favourites? The Del Sur with mezcal, Alma Tepec, tamarind and lime, and the Fuego; a marriage of Tequila Reposado, Chili, Triple Sec and lime.Read more -
Much loved for its fine Mexican food, Mamasita also does swift trade in spicy margaritas with an impressive list to choose from. Our recommendations? The Yuzu Margarita and the Cucumber-Jalapeño Margarita. They are *chefs kiss*. Also, look out for Mamasita’s margarita masterclass series and learn how to mix your own.Read more -
Read moreRock Sugar in South Yarra knows that a spicy marg hits different when there's Thai fusion on the table. Their Spicy Margarita lands tequila, Tiki triple sec, coconut, lime, lemon and chilli in one seriously punchy glass - but if you want to go a little more considered, the Thai Tommy's Margarita is the move: reposado tequila, fresh ginger, kaffir lime, agave and citrus. Come for the margs, stay for everything else.
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