Firecracker

2 1-inch-cubes of watermelon

1 1/2 ounces aged rum

1/2 ounce triple sec

1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed

1/2 ounce simple syrup*

1/6 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Garnish: lime wedge

In a mixing glass, muddle the watermelon.

Add remaining ingredients and ice and shake until
well-chilled.

Strain into a cocktail glass.

Garnish with a lime wedge.

*Simple Syrup: Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar
and 1/2 cup water to a small saucepan over medium
heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Let cool,
then pour into a glass jar and seal tightly with a
lid. Simple syrup will keep, refrigerated, for about
one month.

GF V veg DF

Yield: 1 servings