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    How to Make Jalapeno Tequila

    Published: Apr 9, 2019 · Modified: May 25, 2020 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 19 Comments

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    Jalapeno Tequila is absolutely my new obsession. I love how, in a cocktail, it gives you just the right amount of tingle and heat in your throat. In restaurants you can enjoy the best spicy margaritas, or jalapeno palomas. But when it comes to making those drinks at home, it is surprisingly hard to find a good jalapeno infused tequila in the store! So, I got to making my own, and you should too.

    Making silver jalapeno tequila at home in a glass jar, jose cuervo silver tequila and a bowl of jalapenos

    This recipe for jalapeno infused tequila has the perfect balance of salty tequila flavor, spice from the jalapenos, mixed with a hint of the verdant/herby jalapeno flavor. Not to mention it is unbelievably easy to make! You just need a little time and these two ingredients:

    • 2 Fresh Jalapenos
    • Your favorite, quality Silver Tequila

    Then you will be making the BEST tequila cocktails at home that will give you just a hint of tingley spice in the back of your throat. Perfection!!

    How to Make Jalapeno Infused Tequila

    After you learn how to make jalapeno tequila at home you will be wondering why you have been paying $12 for each cocktail at a restaurant, when you can have an entire bottle for under $20 at home.

    Pouring a bottle of silver tequila into a glass container with a bowl of jalapenos to the side

    Jalapenos

    For this recipe you can choose to use 1 or 2 jalapenos. I actually do not like a TON of spice, I like my spicy drinks to give just a little tingle, not an all out fire.

    I use 2 medium sized jalapenos.

    If you choose to use just 1 jalapeno you will have just a slight warmth and verdant/herby flavor in your tequila.

    a white bowl of jalapenos with one split in half lengthwise

    Slice the fresh jalapenos lengthwise, leaving all the seeds and ribs in the jalapeno. Place them in a glass jar or pitcher that is large enough to hold an entire 750ml bottle of tequila.

    Tequila

    For this recipe I use Jose Cuervo Especial Blue Agave Tequila or Jose Cuervo Tradicional. However, feel free to use whatever silver or blanco tequila you prefer.

    A bottle of Jose Cuervo Especial Blue Agave Silver tequila

    Pour the entire 750ml bottle of silver tequila into the glass container, with the jalapeno. Cover with a lid or plastic wrap of some kind.

    Steeping

    Let the mixture sit on the counter, at room temp, for 10-12 hours. I find that is the perfect amount of time to allow some heat and flavor to steep into the tequila.

    Jalapenos steeping in silver tequila in a glass container

    Straining

    After 10-12 hours it is time to strain the jalapenos and seeds from the tequila. I like to do this with a small strainer that is held over a funnel placed into either the empty tequila bottle or another glass bottle with a lid.

    Discard the used jalapenos. However, if you are making cocktails right away you can slice them for cocktail garnishes.

    Storing Infused Tequila

    Store your jalapeno tequila just as you would store normal tequila. I keep mine at room temp in a cabinet. It does not need to be refrigerated and should last up to 6 months.

    jalapenos in a white bowl with a bottle of tequila in the background

    Drinks to Make with Jalapeno Tequila

    Any tequila drink that you want to add a little spice to will work well. Here are some of my faves, and of course there will be more recipes to come!

    • Tequila Moscow Mule with Jalapeno
    • Cranberry Ginger Margarita
    • Best Ever Grapefruit Margarita
    • Rosemary Paloma 
    Copper mug with a Spicy Tequila Moscow Mule

    Jalapeno Tequila Recipe


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    Making silver jalapeno tequila at home in a glass jar, jose cuervo silver tequila and a bowl of jalapenos

    Jalapeno Tequila

    The best recipe for homemade jalapeno tequila that has just the right amount of spiciness to give you a little warmth in your cocktail. 
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Steeping: 12 hours
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 750 mL
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Ingredients

    • 2 fresh jalapenos, cut in half lengthwise, keep the ribs and seeds for less heat, use 1 jalapeno
    • 1 750 ml bottle of silver or blanco tequila I use Jose Cuervo Especial Blue Agave Silver Tequila
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    Instructions

    • Combine the entire bottle of tequila and the cut jalapenos in a glass container or pitcher. 
      Let it sit at room temp, covered, for 10-12 hours.
    • Strain the jalapenos and seeds from the tequila using a fine mesh strainer (make sure there is a container under the strainer, don’t pour your tequila down the drain).
    • Store in a glass container with a lid (can use the tequila bottle) for up to 6 months. 

    Serving

    • Use in your favorite tequila drinks to give it a little heat!
      I do not recommend the tequila for shots (LOL)
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    1. Lee Ann Carr

      October 03, 2021 at 6:37 pm

      5 stars
      I am so excited about this recipe. I crave the jalapeno margaritas at Florida Brewery and the jalapeno tequila that I bought was a super disappointment. Now I am so excited to try this that I am picking up the tequila and jalapenos tomorrow and looking forward to enjoying these for less than 12.00 per margarita!

      Reply
    2. tom

      December 21, 2020 at 7:34 am

      yummmmm! just started mine! had jalapeno margaritas at a nearby restaurant, now i’m hooked!

      Reply
      • Debbie

        May 23, 2021 at 4:03 pm

        I just had jalapeño watermelon margaritas! Yummy

        Reply
    3. Jayclyn

      April 09, 2020 at 11:29 pm

      Can you use dark tequila instead?

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      • Susie

        April 10, 2020 at 7:34 am

        I think that should work too. Although, I haven’t tried it.

        Reply
      • Kim

        August 29, 2021 at 8:49 pm

        Yes, you can. It was delish!

        Reply
    4. Richard Siler

      May 28, 2019 at 11:42 pm

      I use four jalapeño peppers finely chopped in 1.75 liters of dark tequila. Leave it to “brew” for 10 or more days. Great flavor with a good kick!

      Reply
      • Susie

        May 29, 2019 at 7:40 am

        Phew… that might be way too spicy for me. I definitely like just a little kiss of heat on my lips and in the back of my throat.

        Reply
    5. Emily Bruno

      April 13, 2019 at 12:59 pm

      Yum – I’m a tequila girl, too. Love cocktails with a hint of heat!

      Reply
      • Susie

        April 14, 2019 at 10:58 am

        Share a tequila with you in Portland!

        Reply
    6. Sean Martin

      April 12, 2019 at 10:09 am

      5 stars
      Doing this for sure, LOVE heat and this looks awesome for spring time cocktails.

      Reply
      • Susie

        April 12, 2019 at 10:35 am

        Definitely use 2 jalapenos, and let me know what cocktail you use it in!

        Reply
    7. Lauren Grant | Zestful Kitchen

      April 09, 2019 at 10:07 pm

      Can’t wait to make this for some margaritas this summer!! Sounds delicious!

      Reply
    8. Lauren Grant | Zestful Kitchen

      April 09, 2019 at 10:07 pm

      5 stars
      Can’t wait to make this for some margaritas this summer!!

      Reply
    9. Tawnie Kroll

      April 09, 2019 at 5:04 pm

      5 stars
      Loving these photos so much!!

      Reply
    10. Mary

      April 09, 2019 at 2:48 pm

      5 stars
      Yummm. Drinks with a hint of heat are definitely my thing. I’m totally going to be giving this a try this Cinco de Mayo! Sounds awesome!

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      • Susie

        April 09, 2019 at 4:05 pm

        Thank you! Let me know how it turns out for you

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    11. Amy

      April 09, 2019 at 7:57 am

      5 stars
      Perfect recipe for summer entertaining!

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      • Susie

        April 09, 2019 at 12:56 pm

        Definitely! It makes amazing cocktails

        Reply

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