Fresh Jalapeños – Use fresh jalapeños in this recipe! They’re what give this syrup all its spice.Granulated Sugar – I like using granulated sugar because it’s what I usually have on hand, but you can also use extra fine sugar or caster sugar.
Water – Room temperature tap water works great in this recipe. Like I mentioned above, this recipe is pretty straightforward! However, there are some substitutions and swaps you can make if needed. It lets people know this drink packs some heat! Sometimes I add a sprig of mint too.įeel free to get wild with your garnishes and make it as fun as you want! Jalapeño Simple Syrup Ingredients & Substitutions I like to garnish this spicy skinny margarita with a slice of lime and jalapeño coins. They’re great for spicy drinks, and are perfect for sipping on warm summer days. Traditionally, decorations are also cut into the glass. These glasses will normally have a wide brim and a thick base. Glasses are to cocktails as buttercream is to cake- it’s all about finding the right match!įor this spicy skinny margarita recipe, I’m using an old fashioned glass. What Glass Should I Use for These Spicy Skinny Margs? I like using lime-flavored seltzer for extra flavor. Use sparkling water to fill the glass up to the top. Pour salt onto a plate and roll the outer rim of the glass into the mixture.įill the rimmed glass with ice and then carefully strain the cocktail shaker into the glass. Use a lime wedge to wet the top of a glass. To make your drink restaurant-quality, rim your glass! Secure the top and shake to combine all the flavors!Ĭombining all the ingredients in the shaker makes the drink super smooth. Into the shaker or jar place the ice, lime juice, jalapeño simple syrup, and tequila. Start your skinny spicy margarita in a shaker or a jar – either will work as long as you have a lid! How To Make This Spicy Skinny Margarita Recipe If you’re making this in advance, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a month. I like to store my simple syrup in mason jars for easy storage. Let the simple syrup cool to room temperature, then seal the top and store in the fridge until you’re ready to use it. If you’re after more of a kick, leave them in. Pour the mixture through a sieve to remove the jalapeños if you want a milder simple syrup. Heat over a medium-high heat until the water begins to boil.Īdd in the granulated sugar and stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved.Īdd in the sliced jalapeños and turn the heat down to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes. Remove the stems and cut them into slices.Īdd the water into a small saucepan. I love this simple syrup recipe because it only takes about 15 minutes to make! Prepare your jalapeños first. How Do You Make Spicy Simple Syrup for Cocktails? Using 3 jalapeños works perfectly for me, but you can adjust this based on your preferences. Spicy! It needs to have a kick and this spicy simple syrup delivers.ĭon’t be scared! Keep in mind that it needs to be very spicy because you’re only using a small amount in each drink. When I order a spicy margarita, I want it to be just that. I’ve always loved that little tickle you get with each sip of a spicy drink. With that in mind, for some reason, I love spicy cocktails. I get 2 stars when I order Thai food and I rarely add hot sauce to things. I want to preface this by saying I am not the type of person who loves spicy food. It will also vary based on a person’s preferences. How Spicy is This Jalapeño Simple Syrup?įiguring out how spicy to make this simple syrup can be challenging. The jalapeños pack this syrup with a delicious heat that adds the perfect kick to any drink. This recipe makes a spicy simple syrup by throwing in a few jalapeños. The mixture is heated to help the sugar dissolve, which yields a sweet syrup that can be used to sweeten and flavor just about anything! Simple syrup is usually made with equal parts water and sugar. 
The jalapeños add a wonderful, front-of-mouth heat that tickles your lips and keeps you coming back for more. With my 3-ingredient jalapeño simple syrup, zesty lime juice, and lime seltzer – this drink is sweet, spicy, bubbly, and so refreshing! Margaritas are one of my favorite cocktails and as a huge fan of spicy drinks, this spicy skinny margarita recipe is perfect when you want a delicious, light drink.
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