WATERMELON MEXICAN CANDY SHOT
INTRODUCTION: This Mexican Candy Shot recipe is a drink flavored with watermelon pucker and tequila. Adding in a dash of our favorite Buffalo Wilds Wings sauce flavors; Mango Habanero and a chili lime salt coated rim, will surely delight your taste buds. Make this spicy, watermelon paleta shot for a Cinco De Mayo fiesta or any time of the year.
Like spicy drinks? Check out our Mango Mexican Candy Shot Recipe here.
What is in a Mexican Candy Shot?
Mexican Candy Shots are made by combining Watermelon Pucker, Tequila, and BWW Mango Habanero Sauce.
Taste: Fruity, Sweet, Spicy
Occasion: Anytime! Perfect for those warmer summer months, especially.
Preparation Time: 2 mins
Glassware Type: Shot Glass
Tools: A Jigger or Measuring Cup, Cocktail Shaker, Cocktail Strainer
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ oz Watermelon Pucker
- 1 oz Tequila
- ¼ oz Buffalo Wild Wings Mango Habanero (Amazon Link) (.25oz) Sweet & Sour Mix or Fresh Lime Juice
- Chili lime salt (Tajin) for garnish rim
QUICK SHOP:
INSTRUCTIONS:
Take a lime wedge and wipe along the rim of your shot glasses and rim with chili lime salt for garnish.
Add all your ingredients into a shaker tin and fill with ice, shake for 15-20 seconds to make sure everything is mixed enough.
Strain into your shot glass and enjoy! You can also add a lime wedge to your rimmed glass for something to bite on after taking your shot.
Pro Tips:
- If you want your shot to be a little sweeter, you can always add in a splash of simple syrup.
- There are hundreds of different types of hot sauce out there, so feel free to experiment with different flavor profiles!
- If you don’t want your drink to be too spicy, simply omit the hot sauce or use less than what is called for in the recipe. You can always add more, but you can’t take it away!
FAQS:
Some people are unfamiliar about the spice, Tajin, so here’s some information for you:
- Tajin is a brand name, not just a type of chili lime salt!
- It’s a Mexican seasoning that is made with chili peppers, dehydrated lime juice, and salt.
- Tajin is often used as a condiment for fruits and vegetables, or as a seasoning for meats and poultry.
- It can also be used to rim cocktails, like in this recipe.
- The name comes from a Mexican hard candy called a Vero Rebanaditas paletas con Chile.
- This classic cocktail has been around for a couple of decades and seems to have originated from Mexico and around the border towns, like El Paso, Texas. Pair it with your Mexican dinner for a fun treat!
Watermelon Mexican Candy Shot
Equipment
- Shot Glass
- Jigger or Measuring Cup
- Cocktail Shaker
- Cocktail Strainer
Ingredients
- 1/2 oz Watermelon Pucker
- 1 oz Tequila
- 1/4 oz Buffalo Wild Wings Mango Habanero
- Tajin for garnish rim
Instructions
- Take a lime wedge and wipe along the rim of your shot glasses and rim with chili lime salt for garnish.
- Add all your ingredients into a shaker tin and fill with ice, shake for 15-20 seconds to make sure everything is mixed enough.
- Strain into your shot glass and enjoy! You can also add a lime wedge to your rimmed glass for something to bite on after taking your shot.
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