Spicy Watermelon Margarita
Fresh watermelon juice shaken with tequila, jalapeño heat, and lime — the "spicy" and "fruity" mash-up that dominated summer cocktail menus from 2021 through 2024.
Served in a Rocks glass · Garnish: Watermelon wedge, jalapeño slice, optional Tajín rim · Difficulty: easy
Ingredients
- 2 oz Tequila Blanco
- 2 oz Fresh Watermelon Juice
- 0.75 oz Fresh Lime Juice
- 0.5 oz Agave Syrup
- 3 slices Jalapeño Slices
Instructions
- Muddle jalapeño in the shaker (adjust quantity for desired heat).
- Add all remaining ingredients and ice.
- Shake vigorously.
- Double strain into a rocks glass over ice.
- Salt or Tajín rim optional.
- Garnish with a watermelon wedge and jalapeño slice.