Spicy Watermelon Tango

A tantalizing mix of fresh watermelon juice, tequila, and a dash of Tabasco sauce, the Spicy Watermelon Tango is a zesty and fiery shot that will awaken your taste buds. The sweet and tangy flavors are perfectly balanced with a hint of heat, making it a unique and invigorating choice for a lively night out.

Spicy Watermelon Tango

A zesty and fiery shot with fresh watermelon juice, tequila, and a dash of Tabasco sauce, balanced with a sweet and tangy flavor.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 oz fresh watermelon juice
  • 0.40 oz tequila
  • 2-3 dashes Tabasco sauce (or to taste)
  • 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • Lime wheel (for garnish)
  • 1/2 lime zest
  • 2 tbsp white granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp powdered chilies

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, mix sugar, powdered chilies, and lime zest to make the sweet Tajín mix.
  2. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the shot glass.
  3. Dip the shot glass into the sweet Tajín mixture to garnish the rim.
  4. In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine watermelon juice, tequila, lime juice, and Tabasco sauce. Shake well until the shaker gets cold.
  5. Strain the mixture into the shot glass.
  6. Garnish with a lime wheel inside the glass.