Have you ever gotten a little too tipsy and accidentally put jalapenos in your glass of white wine instead of your spicy margarita? If you’re having both wine AND margaritas, you might have.
There’s a trend that’s going viral on social media, where people are putting jalapenos in their white wine. (???) Specifically, it’s a “chilled glass of Sauvignon Blanc, with frozen jalapenos in it.” (And yeah, when you’re slicing the jalapeno, you leave the seeds in. Here’s a look at it.)
@ejscookinA crisp, spicy sauv blanc is ittttt 🤌🏼♬ FRENCH BOSSA NOVA – Ladji Mouflet & gracegrace
People say it’s, “divine” and “refreshing, light, with a little bit of spice.” (Some videos show the spiciness can be stronger than “a little bit.”)
You’d think that snobby wine experts would FREAK about doing something like this, but some of them are actually onboard. Because of SCIENCE.
One expert said that it’s because the wine has organic compounds called pyrazines, which are also found in bell peppers and jalapenos. Sauvignon Blanc can have citrusy characteristics, and some even say it smells “green” and “peppery.” (Here’s video of one expert, who even adds a spicy rim.)
@confidenceuncorked Are we dubbing this… spicy sauv blanc summer?🌶️ The @TODAY Show reached out (!!) to ask my take on this trend so I had to bite the bullet. It kinda bit me back but I’m also kinda here for it 😏 I know so many wine professionals are horrified at the idea of adding literally anything to your wine but guys… it’s not that serious. Have a glass of spicy sauv blanc and chill 😎 #jalapenosauvblanc #jalapenowine #spicysauvignonblanc #sommelier #tastetest ♬ original sound – Warner | Wine Educator
