Jalapeño Tequila Gimlet

A spicy twist on the classic gimlet featuring charred jalapeños infused in tequila, balanced with fresh lime juice and agave syrup. This cocktail perfectly combines heat, sweetness, and citrus.

6 servings
1 hr 10 min

Ingredients

  • 2 whole jalapeños, stemmed
  • 2 cups tequila blanco
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice
  • ½ cup agave syrup (nectar)
  • Ingredient info: Agave syrup is available at natural foods stores and some supermarkets.

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Grill, broil, or roast jalapeños over a gas flame, turning frequently, until soft and charred. Stem and chop chiles.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Transfer chiles and seeds, if using, to a jar. Add tequila and let sit for 1 hour. Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a medium pitcher; discard solids in sieve. Stir in lime juice, agave syrup, and 2 cups ice (to chill and dilute). Let stand, stirring occasionally, until ice is melted. Divide gimlet among chilled glasses.

    60 min

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