Spicy Melon Cocktail Recipe Recipe

Name: Spicy Melon Cocktail Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup London Dry gin, such as Ford's; 1 cup chopped skinned and seeded cantaloupe (about 1/2 melon); 1 cup water; 1 cup sugar; 1/4 cup finely minced cilantro leaves and tender stems; 2 ounces Melon-Infused Gin; 3/4 ounce Cilantro Simple Syrup; 1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice from 1 lime; 1/2 ounce Dolin Blanc vermouth; Pinch cayenne pepper, plus more for garnish; Melon slice, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup London Dry gin, such as Ford's
1 cup chopped skinned and seeded cantaloupe (about 1/2 melon)
1 cup water
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup finely minced cilantro leaves and tender stems
2 ounces Melon-Infused Gin
3/4 ounce Cilantro Simple Syrup
1/2 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice from 1 lime
1/2 ounce Dolin Blanc vermouth
Pinch cayenne pepper, plus more for garnish
Melon slice, for garnish

1
: Combine gin and cantaloupe in an airtight container; cantaloupe should be completely covered with gin. Let stand at room temperature for 3 days. Strain into a clean bottle. Refrigerate up to 6 months.
2
Combine water with sugar in a small saucepan and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until sugar is dissolved. Add cilantro and let stand for 1 hour. Strain out cilantro. Cool before using. Simple syrup will keep in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
3
: Combine melon-infused gin, cilantro simple syrup, lime, vermouth, and pinch cayenne pepper in a cocktail shaker and fill with ice. Shake until well chilled, about 15 seconds.
4
Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass. Garnish with a melon slice sprinkled with additional cayenne and serve immediately.

199

kcal

Calories

Carbs

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup London Dry gin, such as Ford's, 1 cup chopped skinned and seeded cantaloupe (about 1/2 melon), 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Spicy Melon Cocktail Recipe falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Spicy Melon Cocktail Recipe

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