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Spicy Watermelon Margaritas

Fresh squeezed lime and watermelon juice from HEB make this super easy!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 6

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup agave tequila
  • 1/3 cup Grand Marnier
  • 3/4 cup watermelon juice
  • 1/2 cup lime juice
  • 1/3 cup spiced simple syrup 1 cup water + 1 cup sugar, sliced jalapeno
  • 2 jalapeños sliced thinly

Instructions
 

  • Combine water and sugar in a. microwave bowl. Microwave for about 2 minutes. Stir. Repeat again until sugar is completely dissolved. Add sliced jalapeno and let cool for at least 15 minutes. (remove jalapeno and remainder that is not used can be stored in a mason jar for up to one month in the fridge.)
  • In a pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, lime, juice, tequila, cointreau and simple syrup.
  • Rub the rims with a slice of lime or dip into a small bowl of lime juice. Then dip into a bowl of sugar (or can mix sugar and salt together). Fill the glasses with ice and then add margarita mixture.
  • Garnish with a lime wedge and jalapeno slice if desired.
Keyword watermelon, lime, spiced simple syrup, margaritas