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Published 07/4/12
Firecracker cocktail
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Liquor.com / Tim Nusog

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Ingredients

  • 2 1-inch-cubed watermelon chunks
  • 1 1/2 ounces aged rum
  • 1/2 ounce triple sec
  • 1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 1/6 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Garnish: lime wedge

Steps

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle the watermelon.

  2. Add remaining ingredients and ice and shake until well-chilled.

  3. Strain into a cocktail glass.

  4. Garnish with a lime wedge.