Red Bell Pepper Cocktail
This spicy Red Bell Pepper Cocktail with gin and lemon is a refreshing summer cocktail! A twist in a classic gin drink made with an easy red pepper simple syrup you can use for multiple drinks.
Servings 1 drink
Calories 75kcal
Ingredients
Simple Syrup
- 1 red bell pepper deseeded and sliced
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup organic cane sugar
- ¼ teaspoon chili pepper flakes
Cocktail
- 1 ½ ounces gin London Dry Gin recommended
- ½ ounce fresh lemon juice
- ½ ounce red bell pepper simple syrup
Instructions
Make the Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the water, organic cane sugar, sliced red bell pepper, and chili pepper flakes. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to a simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
- Once cool, strain the simple syrup into a bottle or airtight container and store in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, fill with ice, add gin, lemon juice, and simple syrup. Shake well. Strain and pour into a cocktail glass. Serve with a garnish of bell pepper, if desired.
Notes
Store the simple syrup in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 14mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 1IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg