Watermelon Liqueur

European-style watermelon liqueur built on neutral spirit infused or blended with fresh watermelon juice (and sometimes peel/rind), lightly sweetened, typically 18-22% ABV. Distinct from American watermelon schnapps (candy-sweet, neutral-flavored) by using real watermelon fruit for fresh, juicy, lightly herbaceous melon character. Examples: Combier Pastèque, Giffard Pastèque, Briottet Pastèque. Used in summer cocktails, watermelon margaritas, and melon-forward spritzes.