Jalapeño
Spices
A medium-sized chili pepper prized for its bright, vegetal heat.
Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
Origin
Mexico (Xalapa, Veracruz)
Flavor Profile
Green, vegetal, with moderate heat and a bright, fresh character
Usage in Beverages
Distilled to evoke the green, vegetal notes found in certain wines — adds structure without actual heat in the final distillate.