FORMULA-SLD-RIM-004 // RED JALAPEÑO SALT

Citrus-Spicy Finishing Salt for Tequila, Mezcal & Gin Cocktails

DESCRIPTION

Red Jalapeño Salt is a citrus-driven finishing salt with a clean, balanced chili heat. Built on a medium-grain salt base, it combines lime components with red jalapeño and bell pepper to create a bright and versatile seasoning.

Lime provides sharp acidity and aromatic lift, while red jalapeño introduces a controlled, vegetal heat. Red bell pepper softens the blend with subtle sweetness and adds body without overpowering the citrus profile. Celery seed contributes a light savory undertone that enhances complexity without shifting the blend into a fully savory profile.

This salt is designed for applications where clarity of flavor is important, making it especially effective for tequila, mezcal, and gin-based cocktails, as well as light seafood and fresh vegetable preparations.

FORMULA

Ingredients

Salt — 200 g
Red Jalapeño (seedless) — 10 g
Dried Red Bell Pepper — 30 g (combined total)
Whole Dried Lime — 20 g
Dried Lime Pulp — 20 g
Celery seeds — 5 g

Total Formula Weight

285 g

Storage

Airtight container, stored in a low-humidity environment.

Optimal flavor window:
4–6 months

Maximum storage:
6–8 months (heat and citrus intensity gradually soften)

METHOD

Ensure all ingredients are fully dehydrated before processing.

Grind citrus and peppers separately to control texture.

Deseed jalapeños before grinding to moderate bitterness and heat.

Lightly crush celery seeds prior to blending.

Combine all ingredients with medium-grain salt and mix thoroughly.

Maintain a medium-coarse crystalline texture with visible citrus and pepper fragments.

APPLICATIONS

Cocktail Rimming
Ideal for margaritas, mezcalitas, tequila shots, and gin-based cocktails.

Citrus Cocktails
Works especially well in drinks with lime and cucumber profiles (e.g., Tom Collins variations).

Seafood
Pairs well with grilled shrimp and light seafood dishes.

Fresh Vegetables
Enhances cucumber slices and fresh vegetable preparations.

Roasted Vegetables
Adds brightness and heat to roasted vegetables.

NOTES

Red jalapeño provides a clean, balanced heat with mild vegetal character.

Dual lime components enhance both acidity and aromatic release.

Celery seed introduces subtle savory complexity without dominating the profile.

Higher lime ratios increase brightness but may also increase clumping in humid environments.

Version: 1.0

EXPERIMENTAL USES

• smoked jalapeño variation
• higher lime-acidity version
• addition of toasted coriander seed
• inclusion of dehydrated cucumber powder for gin applications

Photo Observation

The blend presents a pale orange salt matrix with red pepper flecks and visible citrus fragments. The texture is medium-coarse, with clear structural variation that enhances both adhesion and visual appeal.

FLAVOR &  AROMA MAP

Herbal        ●●○○○

Citrus        ●●●●○

Warm Spice    ●○○○○

Sweet Spice   ●○○○○

Heat          ●●○○○