The Red and the Black

Spice Blend

• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh ground black pepper

1. Combine all ingredients, stir to thoroughly mix, set aside in saucer (for rimming).

Black Pepper Simple Syrup

• 1 ounce coarsely ground fresh black pepper
• 2 cups Simple Syrup

1. Combine simple syrup and fresh ground black pepper and let sit overnight.
2. Strain through fine wire strainer to remove bulk of pepper. Set aside.