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Spicy rosé is the "it" drink of the summer. Following previous TikTok food trends like baked feta pasta and pesto eggs, putting jalapeño slices in rosé wine has taken over social media. But is this just another TikTok fad, or is there some method behind the madness? We spoke to drink experts ourselves and got the answers ourselves!
You may be asking, "What is spicy rosé?" In short, spicy rosé simply requires adding jalapeño peppers into your chilled glass of rosé. Unbeknownst to some, mixing fresh herbs, spices, fruits, and vegetables into drinks is a great way to enhance different flavors!
Jalapeños can diversify wine in a way that some find tasty and refreshing, and some may say it is an interesting take on a classic Italian aperitif. The peppery, green flavors of a jalapeño complement the sweet, fruity tones in your rosé, adding a new depth of flavor to the drink The jalapeños add just enough heat to take the edge off the sweetness of the rosé.
Rosé wine is my summer go-to, but with this little addition, I can see myself enjoying a glass or two long into autumn thanks to the extra kick. So cheers, TikTok. I'll be reaching for the peppers for my next glass.