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Fresh Watermelon Margarita

Photo by Coline LeConte

East End Gastropub
1501 41st Avenue, Capitola

Long known for its wide selection of local craft beer and wine, East End Gastropub is getting started with cocktails this fall. And it’s off to a strong start with bartender Faith Ellinger’s juicy margarita.

2 ounces Arette Blanco Tequila
2 ounces fresh watermelon juice
1 ounce Combier Triple Sec
1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
Watermelon edge, for garnish
Watermelon salt, for garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker. Shake, shake, shake. Pour over ice. Garnish with a watermelon wedge and watermelon salt, which can be made by combining 1 part kosher salt with 1 part dehydrated watermelon pulp.