Watermelon Mezcalrita: Novel Watermelon Lime Margarita

If y’all love a drink that is sweet with a little fire, the Watermelon Mezcalrita is calling your name. This spicy watermelon margarita comes from David Baldwin of Ponysaurus Brewing. It blends fresh watermelon with smoky mezcal and chile liqueurs for a bold, bright cocktail.

It is the ultimate watermelon lime margarita. El Guapo Fuego Bitters lift the heat and bring everything together.

What is a Watermelon Mezcalrita?

A mezcalrita is a margarita built with mezcal instead of tequila. Mezcal adds smoke and depth. This version turns the classic into a spicy summer favorite. Fresh watermelon brings sweetness. Mezcal brings complexity. Chile liqueurs and Fuego Bitters add layered heat. The result is refreshing with a slow burn.

The Watermelon Lime Margarita Recipe Ingredients

This recipe comes together in two parts. First you make the purée. Then you build the drink.

Ingredients

Watermelon Purée

• 2 oz puréed watermelon

Watermelon Mezcalrita

• 2 oz mezcal
• 0.5 oz Ancho Reyes
• 0.25 oz Ancho Reyes Verde
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• 0.5 oz agave
• 2 dashes El Guapo™ Fuego Bitters
• Mint leaves
• Tajín spice, for rim

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Purée: Blend chunks of fresh watermelon until smooth. Set aside.
2. Muddle the Mint: Gently muddle mint with mezcal in a shaker to release the oils.
3. Strain and Combine: Strain out the mint. Add the watermelon purée, Ancho Reyes, Ancho Reyes Verde, lime juice, agave and Fuego Bitters.
4. Shake and Chill: Add ice and shake until cold.
5. Rim the Glass: Wet the rim and dip it in Tajín.
6. Pour and Garnish: Strain into the rimmed glass. Serve up or over ice. Garnish with a Tajín dusted watermelon wedge.

Layering the Spice: Fuego Bitters in a Mezcalrita

Fuego Bitters add intentional heat. They deepen the smoky mezcal and amplify the chile liqueurs. The bitters carry habanero and chipotle notes that cut through the sweetness of watermelon. This keeps the drink bold, balanced and full of aromatic spice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make my spicy watermelon margarita spicier?

Add more Fuego Bitters. Muddle a slice of jalapeño. Or use a hotter Tajín blend.

What is the difference between a margarita and a mezcalrita?

A margarita uses tequila. A mezcalrita uses mezcal which adds smoky depth.

What do Fuego Bitters taste like?

They are smoky and spicy with notes of habanero, chipotle and red pepper. They bring fire with balance.