Mexican Candy Shot

5 from 11 votes

A Mexican Candy Shot is a sweet and spicy shooter made with watermelon, lime and chili flavors. It's fun and tasty and sure to help liven up the party!

Prep Time5

Total Time5

Course: Beverages

Cuisine: Mexican

Servings: serving

Calories: 181kcal

Author: Lauren Harris

Ingredients

Tajin or chili salt (for rimming)
1 ounce watermelon schnapps
1 ounce chili-infused tequila (homemade or store-bought, see notes)
1/2 ounce lime juice
1/2 ounce simple syrup (adjust based on sweetness preference)
Ice cubes
Watermelon slice or chili candy (optional garnish)

Instructions

Spread Tajin or chili salt onto a small plate. Moisten the rim of a shot glass with a lime wedge. Dip the moistened rim into the Tajin or chili salt, coating it evenly.
Tajin or chili salt
In a cocktail shaker, combine watermelon schnapps, chili-infused tequila, lime juice, and simple syrup.
1 ounce watermelon schnapps, 1 ounce chili-infused tequila, 1/2 ounce lime juice, 1/2 ounce simple syrup
Add ice cubes, place the lid on the shaker, and shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds to chill the mixture.
Ice cubes
Strain the shot mixture into the prepared shot glass.
Garnish the shot with a small watermelon slice, slice of lime, or a piece of chili candy on the rim for an extra burst of flavor and visual appeal, if desired.
Watermelon slice or chili candy

Notes

Chili-Infused Tequila: To infuse tequila with chili, place a few chili slices or whole chili peppers in a bottle of tequila and let it sit for at least 24 hours. Adjust the infusion time based on your desired level of spiciness.
Tajin Variation: Experiment with Tajin for a citrusy and spicy twist on the rim.
Chili Candy Choices: If you prefer, use a piece of your favorite chili-flavored candy as a garnish.
Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture before straining and adjust the simple syrup if needed, based on your preferred level of sweetness.

** Nutritional information is an estimate and may vary.

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