But not just any ice cubes. Ice cubes in which we have taken care to embed a fresh chili pepper, so that the decoration begins as soon as the glass is served. Simple to make, stunning to serve. Discover our simple technique to integrate a fresh chili pepper directly into your ice cubes.
Materials needed:
- An ice cube tray (preferably with large cubes to completely enclose the chili)
- Fresh small red chilies
- Water
step 1
The first third
step 1
The first third
preparation
Fill the bottom of your ice cube tray with one-third water. Place in the freezer for about 1-2 hours to allow the base to harden. This step prevents the chili from floating and sticking out of the ice cube.
step 2
The placement
step 2
The placement
preparation
Remove the tray, gently place a fresh chili on the thin layer of nascent ice.
step 3
The fastener
step 3
The fastener
preparation
Add a tiny drizzle of water to set the chili, then return to the freezer for 30 minutes.
Step 4
Final filling
Step 4
Final filling
preparation
Fill the remainder of the mold with water to the brim and allow to set completely in the freezer overnight.
Tip: For perfectly clear ice cubes
Boiling water before freezing it will eliminate dissolved gases, such as air, which can cause bubbles and make ice cubes cloudy. After boiling, let the water cool slightly before pouring it into your ice cube trays.
Which cocktail should you serve it with?
These spicy ice cubes are perfect for spicing up your non-alcoholic cocktails. Slip one into a martini glass and prepare our signature recipe: This is Not a MargaritawithJNPR N°1. As it slowly melts, the ice cube will release a subtly warm twist that pairs perfectly with the fresh and herbaceous notes of JNPR N°1.
Decorate the rim of a coupe glass with salt (discover how to frost the glass below). In a shaker, pour the orange syrup, JNPR N°1, lime juice, and ice cubes. Shake vigorously. Pour into the coupe glass, straining to remove the ice cubes.
*To frost the glass:
Spread salt on a plate. Moisten the rim of the glass by rubbing a lemon wedge around it. Invert the glass and dip the moistened rim into the plate, tilting it slightly and rotating it to achieve an even coating. Turn the glass upright and gently tap it to remove any excess salt.
