Directions:

1/2 cup  fresh watermelon, diced 

1 jalapeno thickly sliced and deseeded

1-ounce vodka (I used Tito's vodka)

1/2-ounce jalapeno simple syrup

Crushed or cubed ice

Muddler or wooden spoon 

Cocktail shaker or tumbler 

Place chopped watermelon in shaker or tumbler and muddle until juicy.  Add jalepeño simple syrup and vodka to mixture. ​

Add ice cubes and shake vigorously for 30 seconds, fill a 10-ounce glass with remaining ice cubes, then strain drink into glass.

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Garnish with jalapeño slice and serve​​.