This slightly spicyĀ JALAPEĆOĀ LYNCHBURG LEMONADE is a balanced combo of sweet and sour. Perfect for sipping on the patio or by the pool!
When the weather starts to get warmer, I automatically want drinks that taste light and refreshing, so, naturally, any type of lemonade catches my attention. I’ll admit, I’m not the biggest fan of whiskey, but I’ve made some pretty tasty drinks with it over the last few months, and I’m definitely becoming one. This twist on a Lynchburg lemonade has basically sealed the deal for me.
The idea to add the jalapeƱo to the drink actually came from work. I was working an event when my boss decided to add some jalapeƱo slices to the lemonade. It was amazing. Not super spicy, but just enough to give it a special touch. It’s just as amazing in this cocktail, too. Plus, it’s super easy to make, which, is always a total plus for me.
*Note: Use caution when handling any type of hot pepper. Be sure to avoid contact withĀ your eyes after touching the peppers. Wash handsĀ thoroughly, as peppers can cause a nasty sting.
The first thing you want to do is to slice your jalapeƱos. I use plastic gloves whenever I can, since I have a habit of doing exactly what I warned you not to do, and my eyes end up burning. So, I guess you could say it’s one of those “Do as I say, not as I do” kind of things.
Put some slices at the bottom of a shaker and smash them up good {also known as muddling}. Add some ice, whiskey, and sour mix.
Shake it up and pour evenly into your glasses. Next, top off the glasses with lemon-lime soda.
Adding more jalapeƱo slices for garnish isn’t really necessary, but it makes it look pretty.
Ingredients
- Ice to fill two collins glasses + extra for shaking
- 8 slices jalapeƱo pepper
- 3 ounces whiskey
- 1 ounce triple sec
- 3 ounces sour mix
- Lemon-lime soda
Instructions
- In a shaker, muddle 6 jalapeƱo slices
- Add ice to about half full
- Add whiskey, triple sec, and sour mix
- Secure lid and shake for about 15 seconds
- Remove lid and pour even amounts into prepared collins glasses
- Top each glass off with lemon lime soda, about 2 ounces each
- Garnish with remaining jalapeƱo slices and serve
Julie says
Very Good. I made it with Diet lemonade Crystal Lite and Diet 7 UP. It cut down on calories and carbs. I liked it a lot. My husband thought it was good, although he would have preferred a sweeter drink.