I’m definitely not a gal of few words, but sometimes less really can be more – that applies to the jalapeno as well.
So I’ll keep this one short with the most important details:
1. Strawberry Jalapeno Martinis taste as pretty as they look.
2. The strawberry lemon simple syrup is beyond amazing. And I can totally say that without bias because my husband came up with the recipe, I only embelished it with the lemon extract. Don’t use that stuff enough, unless I make more of these… ohhh, good idea. yum. Anyway, I’d recommend getting your hands on some lemon extract asap.
3. Tomorrow is a really big day in college football, we’re going downtown to meet up with Michigan Alumni – I am so nervous excited! Go Blue!
4. Don’t be too afraid of the jalapeno, and if you are only add one slice. I also recommend using a straw if you’re weary. But really, they’re amazing.
5. I have some exciting news to share, I’m a new contributor to the Huffington Post, eek! Check out my first post here!
6. It’s officially the weekend! Enjoy it!
~l
Strawberry Jalapeno Martini
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients (2 drinks)
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- Makes enough for 4-6 drinks
- 2 c. filtered water
- 1 c. raw sugar
- 1 c. organic strawberries
- 1 capful vanilla extract
- 1 capful lemon extract
Strawberry Jalapeno Martini
- Serves 2
- 3-4 oz. vodka
- 4-5 Tbsp cooled strawberry simple syrup
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 4 slices jalapeno (2 each)
- 1 strawberry, sliced (garnish)
- glassful ice
Instructions
Start by making the simple syrup. Bring the water and sugar to a bubble (over medium high heat), turn down to medium heat and stir, occasionally, cooking for another 5 mins.
Next, add the strawberries, let cook on medium heat for 5 more minutes, turn down to medium low and add the extracts.
Cooking for another 10 minutes, smash the strawberries, or for a more smooth consistency, use a hand emerson blender to blend the syrup to a puree like consistency. Or you could let cool and blend in a blender, but be sure not to add it too hot.
Let syrup cool before using it for drinks. I usually can’t wait too long, so I put it in the freezer, I also make sure to pour it over a glassful of ice.
To make the drinks. Add 2 slices jalapeno to each glass. Add the ice, vodka, simple syrup, and 1/2 lemon juiced per drink. Mix by pouring to and from another glass. Serve with strawberry garnish.
Enjoy Responsibly Please!
This looks so dangerously delicious!
Congrats on the Huffington Post, girl!
Thanks, I’m pretty excited about it! This drink is seriously delicious, and sorta spicy, but in a good way, I highly recommend it. Happy Saturday!
This drink looks amazing, I may only add 1/2 slice of jalapeño though! Congrats on the Huffington Post, you deserve it!!! Miss you and ill be rooting for Michigan today!
Thanks! Miss you too.. We’ll be needing all the cheering we can get! Call you soon!
Congrats on your new writing gig! That’s really exciting!!
This drink is so pretty. I’m kind of a wimp when it comes to jalapenos, but maybe I can start with a very thin slice. And I need to remember NOT to touch my face after I slice it.
Yes please don’t touch your face especially your eye! If I have gloves, I’ll just throw on a pair.
Wow! Those look amazing. I’ve had jalapeno margaritas before and they were incredible, I bet these martinis are awesome too! Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Thanks Katie! I’m glad you commented because it led me to your blog, love it!
[...] if you can see a theme, I made us this Strawberry-Jalapeno Martini. The jalapenos just float in the martini and I was thinking that next time I might try infusing the [...]