Mango Chilli Margarita

Ingredients

Serves: 1

reposado tequila45ml

mango‑chili cordial25ml

fresh lime juice20ml

agave syrup10ml

lapsang tea10ml

cayenne + smoked salt rim

Méthod

1. Rim a rocks glass with smoked salt and set aside.
2. In a shaker, add tequila, mango-chili cordial, lime juice,
agave (if using), and a dash of chili tincture.
3. Shake well with ice.
4. Double strain over fresh ice in the prepared glass.

Serving

GLASSWARE : ROCKS GLASS
ICE : ICE CUBE
GARNISH : MANGO SLICE, DRIED CHILI OR LIME WHEEL

Fruit flavors

Technique(s)

*Sous vide mango-chili cordial

Ingredients

Mango puree 300ml
Water 150ml
Sugar 100ml
Fresh Red Chilies (MILD TO HOT, SLICED) 2-3
Zest of lime
Citric acid (optional) 2g

Method

Make 2 separate batches to adjust taste and blend.
1. Combine all ingredients in a vacuum bag or mason jar.
2. Seal and sous vide at 55°C for 45 minutes.
3. Cool rapidly in an ice bath, then strain out the chillies.
4. Can store chilled for up to 3 days.

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Giovanni De Pergola

Mixologist, Consultant & Trainer

Giovanni Depergola is one of the most respected educational figures in the MENA region’s bartending and mixology industry. With more than 25 years of experience in international hospitality, he has built a reputation as an outstanding educator, recognized for his charisma, professionalism, and ability to communicate complex concepts with clarity and passion.

A trainer, beverage expert, sake specialist, and pioneer of alcohol-free mixology, Giovanni has played a significant role in shaping a new generation of hospitality professionals across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.