Watermelon Sugar

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Watermelon Sugar
45 min.
8
113kcal

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Welcome to a refreshing twist on summer cocktails with our delightful Watermelon Sugar recipe! Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or just looking for a light, thirst-quenching beverage, this Vegan, Gluten-Free gem is sure to impress. With its vibrant flavors and eye-catching presentation, it’s the perfect blend of sweet watermelon, zesty lime, and a kick of jalapeño that will awaken your taste buds.

This cocktail is not only a feast for the senses but also a healthy choice, clocking in at just 113 calories per serving. Perfectly suitable for everyone, it's designed for those following a vegetarian, vegan, or low FODMAP diet. The infusion of tequila and mezcal adds a smoky depth that contrasts beautifully with the fresh watermelon, making each sip a truly unique experience.

The process of making Watermelon Sugar is as enjoyable as drinking it. You'll love muddling juicy watermelon cubes and mixing them with fresh lime juice and a hint of spice from jalapeño-infused tequila. The result is a luscious, vibrant drink that’s as beautiful to look at as it is delicious. Chill it for a couple of hours, serve it over ice in gorgeous Old Fashioned glasses, and watch as your guests gather for a taste of summertime bliss.

So grab your ingredients and join us in crafting this fabulous masterpiece that brings both flavor and fun to your table!

Ingredients

  •  jalapeno halved lengthwise
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • tablespoons simple syrup glaze 
  • 0.3 cup tequila 
  • 0.8 cup tequila 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sieve
  • potato masher

Directions

  1. Scrape stems, seeds, and veins fromjalapeño into a small jar (reserve green fleshfor another use).
  2. Add tequila; cover andlet infuse for 15 minutes. Set a strainer overa small bowl.
  3. Pour tequila through strainerand discard solids.
  4. Place watermelon cubes in a largepitcher. Using a muddler or potato masher,coarsely crush watermelon. Stir in limejuice, Simple Syrup, mezcal, and jalapeñotequila. Stir in 2 cups ice. Cover andrefrigerate until chilled, about 2 hours.
  5. Fill Old Fashioned glasses with ice. Divide cocktail among glasses and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories113kcal
Protein0.52%
Fat0.27%
Carbs99.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.75
Glycemic Load
0.02
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
0.84347827279049%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
1.01mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.97kcal
5.65%
Fat:0.01g
0.02%
Saturated Fat:0g
0.02%
Carbohydrates:12.03g
4.01%
Net Carbohydrates:11.94g
4.34%
Sugar:11.24g
12.49%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:9.28mg
0.4%
Alcohol:10.02g
100%
Alcohol %:21.9%
100%
Protein:0.06g
0.13%
Vitamin C:5.45mg
6.61%
Iron:0.57mg
3.15%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.65%
Source:Epicurious