Jalapeño Simple Syrup
Put some zing in your drinks!
Ingredients
1 jalapeño, halved
0.5 c granulated sugar
0.5 c water
Protocol
Combine sugar and water in a small sauce pain over medium heat.
Stir until sugar dissolves.
Add either one or both of the jalapeño halves (depending on desired spice level).
Simmer for 3 minutes.
Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 10 minutes.
Uncover and let sit for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove jalapeño from syrup and strain syrup to remove any seeds and particulates.
Fresh off the stovetop
After sitting covered for 10 minutes
After straining
Try this cocktail: Sweet, Spice, and Everything Nice - bourbon, peaches, jalapeño syrup, tonic
Also, try putting it in your iced tea!