Jalapeno Simple Syrup

5 from 10 votes

Spice up your favorite cocktails with this sweet and spicy jalapeno simple syrup! Make a drink with a kick or even add this to a cold glass of water. This jalapeño syrup recipe is the perfect way to add heat to a variety of recipes. The best part? You only need 3 ingredients and 15 minutes to make it!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Condiment, Drinks

Cuisine: American, Vegan

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings:

Calories: 39kcal

Author: Anjali Shah

Equipment

Ingredients

3 jalapenos
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar

Instructions

Slice the jalapenos, set aside.
Bring the water, sugar and sliced jalapenos to a boil in a medium pot.
Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
Pour the syrup through a sieve and into a sterilized glass jar.
Store in the fridge for up to a month.

Video

https://youtu.be/2Z26CwWZW1E

Notes

Removing the jalapeno slices from the pot helps to keep the spiciness of the syrup down however if you’d prefer to have a spicier syrup simply keep them in!
Use care when straining the syrup as the syrup is extremely hot.
This recipe can be easily doubled or even tripled.
Adjust The Syrup Thickness: If you prefer a thicker homemade syrup, bring the mixture to a boil and allow some of the water to evaporate. You can also change the water to sugar ratio, and instead of using 1 part water to 1 part sugar, you can use 1 part water to 2 parts sugar.
Test The Syrup's Readiness: To determine if your spicy simple syrup is done, place some syrup in a spoon and let it drip away in the saucepan. If the syrup flows away easily, it is still watery and needs more time. Keep boiling the mixture until the flow slows down and separates into drops.
Prevent Sugar Crystals: To remove sugar crystals if they form, add a little acid (like a touch of lemon juice) or corn syrup to the sugar-water mixture before cooking. This will help to keep your syrup smooth and crystal-free.

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