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Pepper-Watermelon Margarita

spicy watermelon margarita

A sweet and fiery twist on a Margarita.

Fresh watermelon and a seeded serrano add a splash of sweet heat to this twist on a Margarita.

Ingredients

Yield:4
  • 1 cup watermelon juice
  • 1 serrano chile pepper, sliced in half and seeds removed
  • 1-2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 cup tequila
  • 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 cup Cointreau
  • Tools:small sauce pan, pitcher wooden spoon
  • Glass:4 salt-rimmed highballs or jars
  • Garnish:fresh lime wheels

Preparation

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine watermelon juice, serrano, salt and 1 cup of sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves, taste, and add more sugar if necessary. Remove the chile and let the syrup cool to room temperature. Meanwhile, rim glasses with salt. Combine the watermelon-chile syrup and remaining ingredients in a pitcher with ice cubes and stir to combine. Pour into ice-filled, salt-rimmed glasses and garnish.

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