The Spicy Ingredient That Will Elevate A Glass Of Rosé

Drinks enjoy various shining moments, and for rosé, this is definitely one of them. The rose-colored wine has a light, fruity, and refreshing flavor that hits the spot, especially during sunny seasons, when, yes, grapes but also fresh veg are being cut off the vine. Even the most selective connoisseur can find a suitable option among all the different types of rosé – from sweet to dry, sparkling to sangiovese, there is something for everyone. Something for everyone, that is, except for the folks who crave a spicy kick in their drinks; this is where the concept of spicy rosé comes into play.

When spicy pineapple lemonade summer cocktails, piquant tomato martinis, and expert-crafted spicy margaritas have played their part but outstayed their welcome, this is your drink to turn to. With some quick preparation, you can easily enhance the sweetness of your rosé with a spicy kick, and all you need is a handful of heat-packed jalapeños.

The spice in a spicy rosé not only elevates the flavor profile of the pink wine but is also incredibly easy to incorporate; it's swicy, if you will. All you need to do is chop up a jalapeño pepper, throw a few coins of it into a glass, and pour your rosé-of-choice over. You can add more or fewer jalapeño slices depending on how much heat you can handle. And while the capsaicin will infuse a new dimension to the drink, the hot little garnish isn't to be downed lightly. It'd be prudent to avoid making much contact with them as they bob in the glass or just remove them after they've been given a few minutes to infuse the drink. 

If you want to take one extra prep step, you can also freeze your jalapeño slices before adding them to your rosé. This will allow them to bring the heat while keeping the drink cool. While spicy rosé is having its moment thanks to the viral powers of the internet, after giving it a try, we think you'll agree it's here to stay.