Watermelon Jalapeño Margarita

Name: Watermelon Jalapeño Margarita
Ingredients: 2 oz Espolón Reposado Tequila; 1 oz Watermelon, Mint, Basil And Jalapeño Syrup; .75 oz Lime Juice; 1-2 ea Jalapeño Slice; 2 tbsp Tajin Seasoning

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By Kevin B

Submitted on: June 23, 2023

Refreshing

Seasonal

I’ve made versions of this cocktail as summertime specials for a few different restaurants I’ve worked. It comes out light and refreshing and is something I look forward to! The cold prepped watermelon syrup keeps its light and fresh flavor since it’s never heated or cooked like many other syrups. It's an easy recipe that can be adjusted to suit many needs and tastes.

Ingredients

2 oz
Espolón Reposado Tequila

1 oz
Watermelon, Mint, Basil And Jalapeño Syrup

.75 oz
Lime Juice

1-2 ea
Jalapeño Slice

2 tbsp
Tajin Seasoning

Tools

Boston Shaker
old fashioned glass

Instructions

Garnish

Lime wedge and tajin seasoning rim

Build

Shake & Strain

Glass

Old Fashioned/Rocks

By Kevin B

From bars to the kitchen mixing things up

Food service industry lifer.

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Prep the glass by rimming with Tajin chili lime seasoning. Add tequila, watermelon syrup, lime juice and 1-2 jalapeño slices (depending on how spicy you like it) to shaker, add ice and shake for 10-15 seconds. Pour entire contents into rimmed glass and top off with more ice. Serve with a lime wedge as well. Watermelon syrup also makes a great base for a watermelon agua fresca non-alcoholic drink. 2 oz watermelon syrup, 1 oz lime, 1 oz water (or unsweetened coconut water if you're feeling fanc...

Editor's Note

A cold-prepped watermelon syrup keeps this Margarita vibrant and fresh. Mint and basil add an unexpected herbal layer against the jalapeño heat and reposado tequila's warmth.