If you default to ordering a spicy margarita, then this spicy pink gimlet recipe is for you!
This might be my new favorite cocktail. The fresh lime and jalapeño pomegranate syrup make this the perfect combo of bright, sweet, and spicy.
Low Alcohol: This Spicy Pink Gimlet recipe is a lower ABV version of the traditional gimlet, which would have 4x the alcohol. If you are looking for a full-proof version, use 5 parts gin, 1 part lime juice, and 1 part syrup. Also, really delicious.
Note: Here are some fun tools for keeping your cocktail garnishes in place.
- Mini Gold Clothespins (Plain wood)
- Heart Picks (Bamboo) (Pink, White, Red) (Gold)
Spicy Pink Gimlet Recipe (1 serving)
– 4 parts Gin
– 3 parts lime juice
– 3 parts Jalapeño – Pomegranate Syrup (Recipe Below)
- Add your ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
- Shake vigorously until fully incorporated.
- Strain your drink and serve chilled coupe.
- Dust with fresh lime zest and garnish with a fresh jalapeño and candied orange or lime wheel.
Gin I used: Marin Coastal Gin
Jalapeño Pomegranate Syrup
- Combine equal parts pomegranate juice and sugar in a saucepan (I used 4 cups of each for my recipe in the video above – this amount yields a larger batch. If you only need this syrup for the cocktail, I’d recommend using 1-2 cups of each).
- Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, then turn down to a low temperature and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Add in fresh slices of jalapeño and simmer for 10-15 minutes longer.
- Strain solids out and allow to cool.
View this page to see a step-by-step video as well as our Pomegranate Syrup.
Snag these cute glass bottles to store your excess syrup.
Disclaimer: For my day job I’m a lawyer representing distilled spirits producers. The opinions I express are my own and not that of my employer. Drink Responsibly!
