Ingredients

1 1/2 oz Patrón Silver tequila

1 1/2 oz fresh lime sweet and sour (combine lime juice and agave nectar, 2 to 1)

3 oz watermelon juice

Sprig of basil for garnish

Watermelon spear for garnish

Fresh Origins Mini Herb Crystals Basil for rim

Frozen watermelon cubes

Method

Combine the tequila, sweet and sour mix and watermelon juice in a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Cover and shake thoroughly. Rim a highball glass with basil mini herb crystals. Strain the contents of the shaker into the glass over frozen watermelon cubes. Garnish with basil and watermelon spear.

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Watermelon and basil may not be the most likely combination, but it’s a winner regardless. The herbal element of the basil adds a richness and depth to the otherwise sweet drink.

Cocktail created by Francesco Lafranconi, executive director of mixology and spirits education at Southern Wine & Spirits.