Spicy Watermelon Margarita Recipe
Dobel Barrel-Strength Anjeo and Dobel Diamante tequilas, chili simple syrup and fresh watermelon
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Ingredients
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Tequila
Chili Simple Syrup
Fresh Watermelon
Garnish
Method
Chili Simple Syrup
- 1
Prepare Chili Simple Syrup
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar and 1 cup of water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar is dissolved.
- 2
Infuse with Chili
Add the sliced fresh red chili pepper to the saucepan. Allow it to simmer for 5-10 minutes, depending on your desired spice level. Remove from heat and let it cool. Strain out the chili slices and set the syrup aside.
Watermelon Puree
- 3
Blend Watermelon
In a blender, add 2 cups of cubed seedless watermelon. Blend until smooth. If you prefer a smoother texture, you can strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve.
Mixing the Margarita
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a shaker, combine the 2 oz of Dobel Barrel-Strength Anjeo Tequila, 1 oz of Dobel Diamante Tequila, 1 oz of the prepared chili simple syrup, and 2 oz of watermelon puree.
- 5
Shake
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds until well chilled.
- 6
Prepare Glass
Rim your serving glass with a lime wedge and dip it in chili powder to coat the rim. Fill the glass with ice.
- 7
Strain and Serve
Strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass over ice. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and a lime wedge. Serve immediately.
