Average
Fruity & Spicy
5 minutes
Cocktail Glass
Ingredients
Aside from the fact that it’s made with two types of flavored vodka, one of the biggest appeals of the Spicy Mangotini drink lies in its versatility – its tropical vibes make it a natural pick for summer, its spiciness makes it a perfect sipper for taco night, and, being a martini, it works just as well at cocktail parties or upscale events any time of year.
How to Make a Spicy Mangotini
Bar tools you’ll need
Fine Strainer
Jigger
Boston Shaker
Hawthorne Strainer
Knife
Citrus Press
How to Mix
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Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
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Cut a lemon in half, then use a citrus press (or citrus elbow) to juice the lemon halves.
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Use a jigger (or measuring instrument) to measure and pour the lemon juice into the shaker.
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Use the jigger to measure and add simple syrup.
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Measure and add mango purée. We recommend making your own purée (see the tips section below).
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Use a bar spoon to measure and add two teaspoons of Absolut Peppar.
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Use the jigger once again to measure and add Absolut Mango.
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Seal the cocktail shaker and shake well. Shake until the shaker is frosty on the outside.
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Open the cocktail shaker, then place and hold a Hawthorne strainer over the opening of the shaker.
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Hold a fine mesh strainer in your other hand, then pour the cocktail through both the Hawthorne strainer and fine mesh strainer into a martini glass.
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Garnish your drink by placing two jalapeño slices directly into the glass.
All about the Spicy Mangotini
A Spicy Mangotini is a vodka martini made with Absolut Mango, Absolut Peppar, fresh lemon juice, mango purée, and simple syrup. Shaken and double-strained into a martini glass, this fruitini is then garnished with two slices of jalapeño.
With a Spicy Mangotini, you experience the ripe tropical sweetness of mango from both the mango-flavored vodka and mango purée, enhanced by simple syrup, and a sour citrusy bite from fresh lemon juice. Then, there’s a delightful peppery sting from black pepper-flavored vodka and lingering spiciness from jalapeño.
This cocktail delivers double the heat – first from the cracked black pepper-flavored vodka, then from the fresh jalapeño. It’s a drink that works on every level
- Make your own mango purée
Blend ripe mango pieces in a blender. If the purée becomes too thick, start by adding a teaspoon of water, adding more as needed.If your mangoes are pulpy, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or a regular household sieve for a smoother texture. - Double strain your cocktail
Since this cocktail contains purée and is shaken with ice, we recommend double-straining your drink.Use a Hawthorne strainer along with a fine-mesh strainer to pour the cocktail from the shaker into your martini glass. This ensures you don’t end up with any unwanted mango pulp or ice shards in your drink, providing a smoother drinking experience. - Fresh lemon juice
To ensure your Spicy Mangotini balances the sweetness of mango with the zesty flavor of lemon juice, make your own lemon juice. Avoid store-bought options and squeeze the juice from a couple of lemons yourself.
- Chill your martini glass
We recommend serving your Spicy Mangotini in a chilled martini glass. Simply put your martini glass(es) in the freezer for 30 minutes beforehand. A perfect martini is always about the details and it’s little things like a chilled martini glass that make a huge difference. - Jalapeño garnish
We recommend garnishing your drink with a couple of slices of fresh jalapeño – not the canned ones, which are soft and soaked in vinegar – placed directly into your glass. - Chili-lime salt rim
If you want even more spiciness and heat, rim your glass with either chili-lime salt or a Mexican spice mix. Simple rub lime juice around the rim of your glass and then tip the rim into the salt or spice mix. - Lime wheel and fresh mango slice
If you want to garnish your drink with more than jalapeño slices, perch a lime wheel on the side of your glass. Alternatively, to enhance the mango flavors and visual appeal, garnish your drink with a slice of fresh mango.
Spicy Mangotini FAQ
The Spicy Mangotini falls into the category of fresh fruit martinis, or fruitinis, rather than traditional martinis like a Dry Martini or Vodka Martini.
Fresh fruit martinis are made with vodka (or gin) combined with fresh fruit, while traditional martinis are more spirit-forward, made solely with vodka or gin and dry vermouth.
See the ‘Tips for Making The Perfect Spicy Mangotini’ section above.
Yes, you can easily scale up the Spicy Mangotini by mixing the ingredients in a pitcher, giving them a gentle stir, and chilling in the fridge. When ready to serve, shake each portion with ice and strain into individual martini glasses.
A fine-mesh strainer removes ice shards and mango pulp/fibers so your Spicy Mangotini pours and drinks smoothly.
The Spicy Mangotini gets its heat from both the Absolut Peppar (cracked black pepper-flavored vodka) and the fresh jalapeños.
