For those who like their tequila with a little side of fire. Includes safety tips (because nobody wants to burn down their kitchen) and cocktail recipes that cool things off afterward.

Ingredients:

• 750ml blanco tequila
• 1–2 fresh jalapeños, sliced (seeds in for max heat, seeds out for more control)
• 1 quart-sized glass jar

Instructions:

1. Wash and slice jalapeños.
2. Add to jar, pour in tequila, and seal.
3. Infuse for 1–2 days max. Taste daily — this one gets spicy fast.
4. Once desired heat is reached, strain and discard peppers.

Safety Tip:
Wear gloves or wash hands immediately after handling peppers — especially before touching your face.

Cool-Down Cocktails:

• Spicy Margarita with fresh lime and agave
• Tequila Mule with ginger beer
• Watermelon-jalapeño spritz