Ingredients
1small watermelon,seedless, or half of a larger watermelon
1partkosher salt
1partancho chili powder,or regular chili powder
lime wedges
2ozwatermelon juice,fresh
1½oztequila,preferably 100% agave silver or blanco
¾ozlime juice,fresh
½ozorange juice,fresh
½tspagave nectar,or simple syrup, or more to taste
1jalapeño,thinly-sliced into ¼-inch wide rounds
1watermelon wedge,tiny, optional, to garnish
Preparation
Mix together equal parts of salt and chili powder on a small, rimmed plate. Rub the chili powder into the salt.
Run a wedge of lime around the top of each glass. Dip the top of the glass into the salt blend at a 45-degree angle, then roll it from side to side to catch the salt.
Add ice cubes to the glass, then set it aside.
Scoop the watermelon flesh into the blender, then blend until smooth. If the juice is too pulpy, pour it through a fine-mesh strainer, pressing the liquid through with a big spoon.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Pour in the watermelon juice, tequila, lime juice, orange juice, agave nectar, then top with a jalapeño slice.
Secure the lid to the shaker, then shake for 30 seconds. Taste and add additional sweetener, if necessary.
Strain the liquid into the prepared glass, serve, and enjoy!
