How do I make a spicy cosmopolitan?

Spice up your cosmopolitan with a twist of heat. This fiery variation is sure to ignite your taste buds with every sip.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make a spicy cosmopolitan. Items include: Water Sugar Jalapeño peppers Vodka Orange liqueur Cranberry juice Lime juice Lime peel

Water 1 cup
Sugar 1 cup
Jalapeño peppers 2
Vodka 1.5 ounces
Orange liqueur 1 ounce
Cranberry juice 1 ounce
Lime juice squeeze
Lime peel twist

Take note
Handle with care! This spicy cosmopolitan is not for the faint of heart. Proceed with caution and always drink responsibly.

1

Prepare the Spicy Syrup

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water, 1 cup of sugar, and 2 jalapeño peppers (sliced). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely. Once cooled, strain out the jalapeño slices and set aside.

2

Mix the Cocktail

In a cocktail shaker, combine 2 tablespoons of the spicy syrup, 1.5 ounces of vodka, 1 ounce of orange liqueur, and 1 ounce of cranberry juice. Add a squeeze of lime juice for an extra zing. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 30 seconds.

3

Strain and Garnish

Strain the cocktail into a chilled martini glass. If you like it extra spicy, you can drop in a few slices of jalapeño as well. Garnish with a twist of lime peel for a pop of color.