Firecracker
Start your celebration with this spicy cocktail.

Ingredients

  • 2 1-inch-cubed watermelon chunks
  • 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

Directions

  1. In a mixing glass, muddle the watermelon.
  2. Add remaining ingredients and ice and shake until well-chilled.
  3. Strain into a cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge.