Lime-Jalapeno Simple Syrup** (makes enough for 4 batches)
zest of 4 limes removed in strips with a vegetable peeler
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cups sugar
1 fresh jalapeno sliced into rounds
Instructions
Combine the lime juice, lime-jalapeno simple syrup, Triple Sec, tequila and several ice cubes in a cocktail shaker. Shake well until chilled.
Strain through the top of the cocktail shaker into salt-rimmed martini glasses or rocks glasses filled with ice.
Garnish with fresh lime wedges and float a few rounds of freshly sliced jalapeno.
*For the lime-jalapeno simple syrup*- In a medium saucepot, combine the lime zest, salt, sugar and water. When small bubbles begin to form, and the mixture has almost reached a boil, remove from the heat. Add sliced jalapeno rounds to the hot simply syrup. Stir well so all the sugar dissolves. Remove to a glass jar or heat-proof container. Will keep for up to two weeks.
Recipe by The Couple's Kitchen at https://thecoupleskitchen.com/spicy-jalapeno-margaritas/