INGREDIENTS
- 2 1/2 cups Sugar
- 2 1/2 cups Water
- 3 Jalapeños
- 2 tbs. + garnish Lime zest
- 1/2 cup Lime juice
- 2 cups Tequila
- 3/4 cup Orange flavored liquor (triple sec or cointreau)
- Lime simple syrup
- 4 lb. seedless watermelon
- 8 oz. cotija cheese
DIRECTIONS
In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and jalapeño slices over medium heat. Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Combine sugar, water, lime zest and lime juice in a small saucepan set over medium heat. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
Whisk together tequila, orange liquor, and lime simple syrup.
Assemble watermelon, cheese, and lime zest.
Article Provided By: Allison Thomas
