Sweet and spicy works so well, and we’ve come to love the sweet and spicy pair of watermelon andĀ jalapeƱo pepper. They work perfectly together in a spicyĀ salad or asĀ a refreshingly tasty cocktail like you have with thisĀ watermelon jalapeƱo margarita recipe.
This is an excellent summer drink that’ll have you and your guests coming back for more. It’s just the right amount of spice, but if you like all things hotter, increase the amount of jalapeƱoĀ and leave the seeds and membrane intact when you blend.
Spicy Watermelon JalapeƱo Margarita
Ingredients
- 4 ounces watermelon juice
- 2 ounces agave tequila
- 2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
- 1 jalapeƱo pepper sliced into circles
Instructions
- Blend watermelon slices and 1 to 2 jalapeƱo slices until liquified. Strain out seeds.
- Combine the tequila, watermelon juice, lime juice, and sugar over ice in a shaker. Shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
- Pour over ice in rocks glass or in a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with 3 jalapeƱo slices.
Notes
For added heat, blend the jalapeƱo with seeds and membrane intact. For less heat, remove the seeds and the pepper membrane.
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