Muddle 2 jalapeño slices in the base of a cocktail shaker gently to release oils and a touch of heat. If you want more heat, muddle more vigorously or include seeds; for milder spice, remove seeds before muddling.

Add main ingredients

Add 2 oz Patrón Reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh passion fruit pulp, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz agave syrup, and 0.25 oz orange liqueur (if using) into the shaker with the muddled jalapeño.

Double strain and chill

Fill the shaker with about 6 ice cubes, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for 12–18 seconds until the shaker is cold to the touch. Double-strain through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled rocks glass (or coupe) to remove jalapeño bits and passion fruit seeds for a smooth texture. If you prefer visible seeds and pulp, use a single strain.

Serve over ice

If serving on the rocks, fill the serving glass with about 1 cup of fresh ice and pour the strained cocktail over the ice. For a straight-up presentation, serve without ice in a chilled coupe.

Garnish & Rimming

Rim the glass: Run the lime wedge around the rim of the serving glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt or Tajín (about 1 tsp) to coat evenly. Shake off excess.

Garnish: Float a thin jalapeño wheel on top of the cocktail. Optionally halve a passion fruit and float the half (pulp side up) or spoon a small teaspoon of pulp onto the surface for visual contrast and extra aroma.

Final touch: Add the reserved jalapeño slice (if you kept one) on the rim or on a pick. Serve immediately and advise guests that the cocktail has a spicy finish.