Bloody Virgin Watermelon
This is a unique cocktail that combines the sweetness of watermelon with the acidity of tomato, the zing of lemon, and a hint of spices. The hot sauce adds character to this blend, while Worcestershire sauce and balsamic vinegar add depth to its flavors. Spices like celery salt and black pepper harmoniously complement this cocktail, making the Bloody Virgin Watermelon a bold and refreshing taste experience.
Ingredients
- 6 cl Watermelon Juice (Caraibos)
- 4 cl Tomato Juice
- 2.5 cl Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
- 3 dashes of Hot Sauce
- 4 dashes of Worcestershire Sauce
- 1 tsp Balsamic Vinegar
- 1 tsp Agave Syrup (for extra sweetness)
- A pinch of Celery Salt
- A pinch of Freshly Ground Black Pepper
- Ice Cubes
Preparation steps
- In a shaker, add ice cubes until halfway full.
- Pour in the watermelon juice, tomato juice, and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and balsamic vinegar.
- For a touch of sweetness, incorporate the agave syrup.
- Season with celery salt and black pepper.
- Shake the shaker vigorously for about 10 seconds.
- Aerate the cocktail by transferring the mixture from one part of the shaker to the other; this helps oxygenate the preparation and enhance the flavors.
- In a tall drinking glass, add fresh ice cubes.
- Pour the cocktail into the glass while straining out the ice from the shaker.
- For garnish, delicately place three fresh basil leaves on top of the cocktail. These leaves bring an aromatic scent that complements the bold flavors of this drink.
