The Best Mexican Paleta Candy Shot: by Two Real Mexicans
This Tequila Mexican Candy shot combines sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors, inspired by the iconic Mexican watermelon lollipop covered in chili powder.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz tequila blanco tequila (we used Don Julio, but any good-quality tequila works)
- 1 oz watermelon syrup I used Real
- 4 drops Tabasco Sauce (or your favorite hot sauce)
- 2 pinches Tajin seasoning
- 1 cup ice
- 1/2 oz Watermelon pucker
For the Rim
- 1/4 cup chamoy sauce can substitute for lime juice
- 1/4 cup tajin powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
- In a large bar shaker, combine tequila, watermelon pucket and syrup, 2 pinches of Tajín, and a dash of Tabasco.
- shake well.
- Moisten the rim of the shot glass with chamoy, then dip it in the Tajín-sugar mix
- Strain the mix into the shot glass.
- Enjoy your authentic and spicy Mexican candy shot made with love by Liz and me!
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
The Best Mexican Paleta Candy Shot: by Two Real Mexicans
Amount per Serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.2
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.03
g
0
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.03
g
Sodium
75
mg
3
%
Potassium
38
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
8
g
3
%
Fiber
0.4
g
2
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
0.2
g
0
%
Vitamin A
380
IU
8
%
Vitamin C
3
mg
4
%
Calcium
8
mg
1
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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