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This Beloved Watermelon Mezcalita Recipe Was Nearly Lost Forever — You’ll Be Glad It Wasn’t
After landing on the cutting room floor of Country Living magazine in 2016, this recipe quietly became a staff favorite. Now, finally, you can make it at home!
👥 6 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 20 min⏳ Prep: 20 min👤 Christopher Michel📖 countryliving
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- ●pot
- ●blender
- ●strainer
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Combine the sugar, 1/2 cup water, and half the jalapeño in a small pot. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Remove from the heat and let sit for ⏱️ 5 minutes to let the jalapeño infuse, then strain and cool completely. You should have a little over 1/2 cup.
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2
Meanwhile, set a fine mesh strainer over a pitcher or another large container. Purée the watermelon in a blender until completely smooth. Pour the blended watermelon through the strainer, pressing on the solids to extract as much juice as possible. You should have about 2 cups.
3
Stir in the mezcal, lime juice, and 1/2 cup of the cooled jalapeño syrup. Divide between ice-filled glasses and top with the seltzer, dividing evenly. Garnish with lime and jalapeño slices.
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