Prep Time
55 min
Yields
1 serving
A cocktail made with mezcal, grapefruit, and a sweet-spicy jalapeño syrup.
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ingredients
1
jalapeño pepper, quartered, plus 3 slices for garnish (2 jalapeños)
½
cup sugar
2
oz mezcal
3
oz grapefruit juice
3
oz club soda
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directions
Notes
Cook's NoteRefrigerate the extra jalapeño syrup in an airtight container and save for another use.
Step 1
Combine the jalapeño quarters, sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Simmer for 2 minutes. Set aside to infuse for about 45 minutes, depending on how spicy you want the syrup. Strain and discard the jalapeños.
Step 2
In a tall glass filled with ice, combine the mezcal, grapefruit juice and 1 ounce of the jalapeño syrup. Top off with the club soda. Give the drink a quick stir, then drop in the jalapeño slices and serve with a straw.