
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a refreshing and tasty beverage, and what’s more refreshing than a tall glass of lemonade? If you’re feeling adventurous, why not add a little kick to your classic lemonade recipe by adding some jalapeno syrup?
This unique combination of sweet and spicy is the perfect way to quench your thirst and wake up your taste buds on a hot summer day. In this blog post, we’ll show you how to make a delicious jalapeno lemonade cocktail that is perfect for sipping by the pool or for entertaining guests at your next backyard barbecue.
Ingredients you’ll need:
For Jalapeno Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2-3 fresh jalapeno peppers, sliced (adjust quantity for desired spiciness)
For Lemonade:
- 6-8 large lemons (about 1 cup of lemon juice)
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
How to Make The Jalapeno Syrup
The first step in making a jalapeno lemonade cocktail is to prepare the jalapeno syrup. To do this, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar, 1 cup of water, and 2-3 sliced fresh jalapeno peppers in a saucepan. Adjust the quantity of jalapenos according to your desired spiciness.
Heat the mixture over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved. Lower the heat and let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to infuse the syrup with jalapeno flavor. Once done, remove the saucepan from the heat and let the jalapeno syrup cool completely. Strain the cooled syrup to remove the jalapeno slices, and you should have approximately 1 cup of jalapeno syrup.
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How To Make The Jalapeño Lemonade
Next, juice 6-8 large lemons to get approximately 1 cup of lemon juice. In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice, 4 cups of water, and the 1/2 cup of cooled jalapeno syrup. Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly. Taste the jalapeno lemonade and adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your liking by adding more water for a milder flavor or more jalapeno syrup for a spicier kick.
Once you’re satisfied with the taste, place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to blend together.
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Before serving, fill glasses with ice cubes and add a slice of lemon and a slice of jalapeno for garnish. This jalapeno lemonade cocktail is perfect for sipping on a hot summer day, and the combination of sweet and spicy flavors will wake up your taste buds and leave you feeling refreshed and energized.
But why stop there? If you want to add a little extra kick to your jalapeno lemonade cocktail, you can also add some tequila or vodka to turn it into a spicy and refreshing cocktail. Simply add 1-2 tablespoons of your preferred spirit to a glass of jalapeno lemonade and stir well. You can also rim the glass with some chili powder or salt to give it an even spicier flavor.
Jalapeno Syrup & Lemonade Recipe
Jalapeno Syrup & Lemonade
Ingredients
For Jalapeno Syrup:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2-3 fresh jalapeno peppers sliced (adjust quantity for desired spiciness)
For Lemonade:
- 6-8 large lemons about 1 cup of lemon juice
- 4 cups water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
For the jalapeno syrup
- Combine the granulated sugar, 1 cup of water, and the sliced jalapeno peppers in a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has completely dissolved.
- Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes to infuse the syrup with jalapeno flavor then let it cool.
- Strain the cooled jalapeno syrup to remove the jalapeno slices.
For the lemonade
- Juice the lemons to get approximately 1 cup of lemon juice.
- In a pitcher, combine the lemon juice, 4 cups of water, and the 1/2 cup of cooled jalapeno syrup. Stir well to mix the ingredients thoroughly.
- Taste the jalapeno lemonade and adjust the sweetness and spiciness to your liking.
- Place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to blend together.
- Before serving, fill glasses with ice cubes. Give the jalapeno lemonade a good stir and pour it over the ice.
A jalapeno lemonade cocktail is the perfect summer drink, combining sweet, sour, and spicy flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and quench your thirst. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make this tasty beverage at home and impress your friends and family with your mixology skills.
So go ahead, try out this recipe today, and enjoy a refreshing and spicy sip of summer!
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