Cinco de Mayo is a couple days away, so I thought we’d spice things up a bit around here! Who wants to try a new adult beverage? Hope you’ll like it, and share the recipe with your friends!
Spicy Jalapeño Grapefruit Vodka Martini
- 2 ounces Svedka Jalapeño Grapefruit Vodka
- 1 ounce Jalapeño Grapefruit Simple Syrup
- 1/3 cup Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit Juice
- Ice
- Jalapeño
- Texas Ruby Red Grapefruit Wedge
Directions:
In a cocktail shaker, add a half-cup of ice, Svedka Jalapeño Grapefruit Vodka, jalapeño grapefruit simple syrup, & Texas Ruby Red grapefruit juice. Secure the lid on the cocktail shaker and shake vigorously for thirty-seconds. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a wedge of fresh jalapeño and Texas Ruby Red grapefruit. Serve.
Jalapeño Grapefruit Simple Syrup
Ingredients:
- 1 medium-size green jalapeño pepper
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup raw sugar
Directions:
Place a small saucepan over medium heat, cut the jalapeño pepper in half lengthwise, place the pepper into the saucepan and allow it to char on both sides, make sure you are in a well-ventilated area. Do not heat the pepper longer than one minute per side, add the water and raw sugar. Turn the heat to high and allow the mixture to come to a boil. Boil for two minutes then remove the saucepan from the heat source. Place a tightfitting lid onto the saucepan and allow the mixture to steep for fifteen minutes. Strain the Jalapeño Grapefruit Simple Syrup through a fine sieve into a Mason jar. Screw on the lid and chill in the fridge until you are ready to use it.
Enjoy and drink responsibly.
