Jalapeño Simple Syrup

• First, make the simple syrup. Prepare your jalapeños first. Remove the stems and cut them into slices.
• Add the water into a small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat until the water begins to boil.
• Add in the granulated sugar and stir continuously until the sugar is fully dissolved.
• Add in the sliced jalapeños turn the heat down to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes.
• Pour the mixture into a separate container and cool to room temperature. Pour the mixture through a sieve to remove the jalapeños if you want a milder simple syrup, or leave them in if you're looking for a lot of kick. Pour into mason jars or squirt bottles for easy storage and use.
• Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita
• Next make your margarita! Quarter limes and cut a couple slices of jalapeño.
• To the base of a cocktail shaker, add the jalapeño simple syrup, quartered limes, and 1-2 slices of jalapeño. Muddle the ingredients to release the juice.
• Pour in the tequila, pineapple juice, and ice. Shake or stir to combine and chill the liquid.
• Rim the glass by running a lime around the top of the glass. Pour Tajín or chili lime salt onto a plate and roll the outside of the rim of the glass into the mixture.
• Fill glass with ice. Carefully strain the cocktail shaker into the glass.
• Garnish with jalapeño and a slice of lime or pineapple. Cheers!