This fruity, savory concoction captures “that barbecue you dream of all winter long.” To make watermelon juice in a blender, purée about 2¼ cups cubed seedless watermelon until smooth, and strain through a fine-mesh strainer.
Ingredients
- 1½ cups mezcal or tequila
- ½ cup chile vodka or homemade (recipe below)
- ¼ cup green herbal liqueur
- ½ cup simple syrup
- 1½ cups fresh watermelon juice
- ¾ cup fresh lime juice
- 8 lime wheels, for garnish
Directions
Up to 1 week prior, combine mezcal (or tequila), vodka, liqueur, and simple syrup in 2 quart pitcher. Stir, then store in refrigerator.
Up to 2 hours prior, prepare watermelon and lime juices, and add to mixture. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
To serve, stir mixture. Add lime wheels, fill pitcher with ice, and stir until pitcher cools. Pour into ice-filled rocks glasses. Serves 8.
Chile Vodka Ingredients and Directions
To make chile vodka, combine 6 thin slices jalapeño and ⅔ cup vodka in mason jar. Let sit 4 minutes, then taste. Let sit longer, if desired, until mixture reaches preferred spice level. Strain mixture through fine-mesh strainer. Sealed and stored in cool, dark place, vodka will keep for several months.
