The Strawberry Jalapeno Mint Julep is the perfect summer drink! It balances sweet and heat to create a refreshing and delicious cocktail. This recipe makes much more simple syrup than needed for the drink, save it in the fridge for your next cocktail!⠀
INGREDIENTS
1/2 c. water⠀
1/2 c. granulated sugar⠀
2 jalapeños, halved⠀
1/4 c. chopped strawberries ⠀
8 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish⠀
2 oz. bourbon⠀
Ice ⠀
1 (12-oz.) can seltzer⠀
Strawberry, for garnish ⠀
Red jalapeño, sliced, for garnish⠀
DIRECTIONS⠀
1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine water, sugar, and jalapeños.
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool to room temperature. Discard jalapeños. ⠀
3. In a cocktail glass, muddle strawberries and mint. Add bourbon and 1 tablespoon simple syrup, then fill with ice and top off with seltzer. ⠀
4. Garnish with mint, a strawberry, and red jalapeño slices.⠀
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