To make a simple syrup: Bring water to a boil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the sugar, and stir until it dissolves and a syrup liquid forms. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
Place strawberry slices in a large bowl. Use a cocktail muddler (or fork or the back of a wooden spoon) to muddle the strawberries. Divide muddled strawberries evenly into 4 mason jars.
Divide simple syrup, hot tamales, and Everclear evenly into the mason jars. Add 1 drop red food coloring to each. Shake jars to combine ingredients.
Place in the refrigerator for about 1 week, shaking the jars every 2 days to help with the infusion process.
When ready to enjoy, strain through a cheesecloth or fine mesh strainer to remove any remaining candy and strawberry pieces. Pour back into jars and chill until serving.
Notes
To add a sparkle shimmer add 1 teaspoon of silver shimmer powder to each jar.Store in refrigerator for up to 30 days.The recipe yields approximately 48 ounces.Everclear is very strong (190 proof) and I do not recommend drinking this "homemade moonshine" straight. I like to about 1 ounce to a glass of soda. However, you choose to enjoy it, be careful and do not consume more than is safe.