The hardest part of this specialty watermelon cocktail, created by Shawn Monnin of Coasterra in San Diego, is slicing the watermelon. This delicious three-ingredient watermelon drink combines sweet, fresh watermelon puree and tart fresh-squeezed limes. It’s the perfect complement to summertime cuisine. This watermelon tequila drink will be your new go-to happy hour cocktail on the coast or off.

2 oz Azuñia Blanco or Reposado Organic Tequila
3 oz seedless watermelon chunks
0.50 oz Triple Sec
0.50 oz pomegranate syrup
0.75 oz fresh lime juice
2 dashes Peychaud's Bitters
Sea salt for rim (optional)
1
Puree the watermelon in a food processor until smooth.
2
Strain, yielding approximately 1.5 oz of juice.
3
Combine all ingredients in a shaker.
4
Shake.
5
Dump into a glass rimmed with salt.
CategoryCocktail
NOTES:
Glass:Margarita or Rocks
:Garnish:Watermelon Slices
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Ingredients
2 oz Azuñia Blanco or Reposado Organic Tequila
3 oz seedless watermelon chunks
0.50 oz Triple Sec
0.50 oz pomegranate syrup
0.75 oz fresh lime juice
2 dashes Peychaud's Bitters
Sea salt for rim (optional)