Jalapeño Tequila Gimlet
By: Simmer + Sauce
Published: Friday, March 16, 2018 - 10:48am

Ingredients




2 1/2 ounces tequila
1 jalapeño, roasted
1 1/2 ounces freshly squeezed lime juice
1-1 1/2 tablespoons simple syrup
1 jalapeño slice, for garnish

Preparation

1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. 2 Split the jalapeño lengthwise. Deseed the jalapeño, reserving the seeds. Place the jalapeño on a piece of tinfoil and place in the oven. Lightly roast for about 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and cool slightly. 3 When cool enough to handle, mince the roasted jalapeño and place in a small glass jar. 4 Add the reserved jalapeño seeds to the jar as well. Add the tequila. Seal the lid and shake well to incorporate. Allow mixture to sit for about 30 minutes. 5 Add a good amount of ice to a cocktail shaker. Add the jalapeño-tequila mixture, lime juice and simple syrup. Shake well. 6 Strain mixture through a fine sieve into a cocktail glass and garnish with a jalapeño slice.

About

This jalapeño tequila gimlet will keep you warm till Spring finally arrives.