John's Cocktail: Jalapeño-Citrus Rickey
Rach's hubby, John, makes a mean cocktail! Try this spicy vodka drink for your next happy hour.
Photography By Kate Mathis (cocktail); Courtesy of Jeff Lipsky (inset)
Recipe by John Cusimano
- 8Servings
Ingredients
2 medium jalapeño chiles, sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, plus 8 sprigs for garnish
16 oz. vodka
4 oz. fresh lemon juice
4 oz. fresh lime juice
4 oz. simple syrup
Ice
1 liter club soda, chilled
Preparation
Reserve 8 slices of jalapeño for the garnish. In a pitcher, muddle 1/4 cup cilantro and the remaining jalapeño slices. Stir in the vodka, lemon juice, lime juice, and simple syrup. Divide among 8 Collins glasses filled with ice. Top with club soda. Garnish each with a jalapeño slice and a sprig of cilantro.
