eat make read

**big sigh**. Life’s been a little tough lately… nothing extreme, just work and a nasty cold, but enough that I’ve been worn out and not into looking at my computer when I get home. I know you’ll understand… I think it happens to all of us (at least I hope so!). This week I’m pulling out another drink from the supper club, a little number that combines a delicious summer fruit with a delicious mexican beverage, alas, the watermelon margarita. A little salty, a little sweet, a little strong. What more does a busy girl need?

Cheers! To a long weekend and an even longer week behind us!

watermelon margarita
makes 1 cocktail

1 1/2 oz tequila
1 1/2 oz watermelon juice*
1/2 oz simple syrup
1/2 oz lime juice
+ salt for the rim
ice

1
Rub the rim of the glass with the lime and dip in salt. Add ice to the glass and set aside.
2
Combine the rest of the ingredients in a cocktail shaker along with some ice and shake away (for about 12 seconds).
3
Strain into the salt rimmed glass, garnish with a watermelon slice if you so desire, and drink up! Cheers!

*to make watermelon juice, combine 1 1/2 cups watermelon chunks, juice of half a lemon and 1 Tablespoon simple syrup in a blender and purée.