Savoring the Season: Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
PUBLISHED ON: 07.30.2018
The sun is blazing, and its late afternoon on a Sunday. We retreat to our patio to escape the sweltering heat. The ceiling fans are humming overhead, and the wind down begins. Warm weather appetizers are a must and we start with crispy polenta rounds, with creamy burrata, sliced watermelon wedges, and a arugula tossed in a light vinaigrette. Summer wines are enjoyed too, maybe a Grenache or a cool Sangria.
On this particular summer day we decided on a summer cocktail to help us chill out. This is where spicy meets cool watermelon. You can’t beat this watermelon and jalapeño combination. This easy to prepare, delicious cocktail is the perfect summer drink.
Spicy Watermelon Margarita
Makes one cocktail
Recipe from Allrecipes
Directions:
Puree 2 cups cubed seedless watermelon in a blender. Wipe the rim of a margarita glass with a lime wedge; dip rim into kosher salt or coarse white decorating sugar. In a cocktail shaker half-filled with ice, add 2-ounces of watermelon puree. 1-1/2 ounces silver tequila, 3/4-ounce Cointreau, 3/4 ounce lime juice, and 1 slice jalapeño. Shake until very cold. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish with a watermelon wedge or melon balls and a jalapeño slice-or simply float a jalapeño slice on top.
Enjoy!
Southerncook
This cocktail sounds delicious, one definitely to try. BTW, where have you found burrata. I have Giada's new book and she has several recipes calling for burrata but I have never seen it here? Maybe I'm just not looking in the right place? Hope you are enjoying your summer.Carolyn
Tina
It has been sweltering, and that storm last night was pretty severe! Love the combo of cold, wseet and spicy with that cocktail!
Angie's Recipes
It's very hot over here too. Wish I could have a sip! They sound and look so refreshing and nice. Continue to enjoy the summer, Velva.
Pam
Woo hoo, Velva! Wish I had seen this before I made Margaritas yesterday, and I even had watermelon in the fridge. Not so hot here, haven't had the a/c on for several days but I'd drink this regardless. Thanks for the recipe!
That Girl
I'm all about the spicy drinks lately.
Chef Mimi
YUM. Those really sound wonderful.
David
Velva, My wife loves Margaritas but she's never had this version. She likes spicy so I bet this will be a winner for her! Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Marcelle
How I would love one of these margaritas right now. They look so good!! I will have to try them, Velva.
Michelle
Delish! The Margarita is the quintessential summer drink, in my opinion!
Kitchen Riffs
Love a good margarita! I usually make the traditional, but flavored ones are so good. Love a watermelon one, and spicy? My kind of drink! Thanks!
Marcellina
Lovely! Spicy is unusual but I'll bet it's delicious!
Mae Travels
Your outdoor table setting is beautiful, and the drink and appetizer look perfect for a hot night.best… mae at maefood.blogspot.com
Unknown
Yummo Yummo Yummo!!! A must try this summer!
grace
how interesting! this is a whole new type of refreshing for me and i'd love to relax on the patio with one in my hand!
SavoringTime in the Kitchen
Very warm here this weekend too. These look like the perfect, refreshing cocktail, Velva!
chow and chatter
love your cocktails and I can almost here the fans
Roz | La Bella Vita Cucina
Watermelon cocktails are so refreshing in this intense summer heat that we're having. I'm going to go whip one up now! Even have all of the ingredients….we buy watermelon as long as we can while it's fresh. My grandsons devour watermelon. I'll have this cocktail while they eat their own chunks!
Karen (Back Road Journal)
Now that cocktail of yours is a tasty way to beat the heat.
Fran @ Gday Souffle
Looking forward to some more tasty recipes!
HimalayansaltValley
This looks so refreshing and tasty. Thanks for the recipe.
Tanza Erlambang
yellow flower looks so beautiful on the table.have a great day
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