Looking for a fun way to spice up a birthday party for the young adults in your life? This one was a feature at my youngest daughters 19th birthday. It was fun to make, taste test along the way and then enjoy with her Greek Fiesta!
Disclaimer: Always drink responsibly
Ingredients:
1 whole watermelon (choose carefully, this is the main ingredient)
4-6 Tbsp Honey
5 Limes and zest to garnish
Pinch of salt
Tajin to taste - we added a lot because the birthday girl loves it.
Tequila
Method:
Cut the watermelon in half or if you want to create a lid maybe cut it slightly higher than half so you have the depth of the melon and a little topper.
Using a melon scoop, scoop out little balls and put them in another bowl. As you make the balls you will need to scoop out remaining flesh and make it smooth for the next layer of balls. Keep this flesh as you are going to push it through a sieve to get all the melon juice out.
Scrap the watermelon out completely so you can use it as your cocktail vessle.
Mix together the balls and the melon juice, add the lime juice, salt and tajin.
Now time for the Tequila and this is up to you. The point is to create a Watermelon Margarita so you mix the watermelon juice and Tequila together and the balls and put this all back in your watermelon.
Place this in the fridge for at least 4 hours to marinate and chill. When the party is ready to go, sprinkle your lime zest on top, a little more tajin, pull out your toothpicks or mini skewers and let the fun begin.
This is a great addition to a fun grazing table. It’s actually super refreshing and very communal. Enjoy!
