Photo: Justen Clay |
Confederados
1/2 fresh lime (cut into 4
wedges)
2 oz. cachaça
1 oz. watermelon shrub
Tools: muddler, shaker,
strainer, fine strainer
Glass: cocktail
Garnish: pickled watermelon
rind (optional)
Muddle the lime wedges in a
shaker tin/glass. Add the remaining ingredients, shake with ice and fine-strain
into a chilled glass. Garnish, if using.
Watermelon Shrub: Combine 1 cup of fresh watermelon purée, 1 cup of granulated
sugar and 1/2 cup of white balsamic vinegar in a large jar. Cover and shake to
combine. Let sit overnight, then fine-strain. Keep refrigerated for up to 2
weeks.