Spicy Gin and Tonic Recipe with HilahCooking / Show Me The Curry

gin

🥗Healthier: vodka

💰Cheaper: well gin

Vodka provides a neutral flavor while well gin is budget-friendly.

tonic water

🥗Healthier: soda water

💰Cheaper: club soda

Soda water offers a calorie-free option while club soda is often less expensive.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: serrano pepper

💰Cheaper: green bell pepper

Serrano offers similar heat while green bell pepper is a milder, cheaper option.

fresh mint

🥗Healthier: basil

💰Cheaper: dried mint

Basil can provide a fresh twist while dried mint is more economical.

Split the Thai red chilies down the middle.

Muddle the chilies to release spiciness.

Cut lime into quarters and squeeze lime juice into the glass.

Add lime wedges to the drink.

Pour about 1 ounce of gin over the ice.

Top off the drink with tonic water (not specified in the video).

Optionally sprinkle a little salt into the drink.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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