By Destinee A. Hughes
Portrait by George Kamper
Refreshing is an understatement when it comes to Boatyard’s best-selling Watermelon Martini, a sweet and spicy libation made with Svedka Grapefruit Jalapeno vodka. “It’s the perfect conversation starter, ” says bartender Jodi Mattadeen, who keeps the conversation going by topping off the cocktail with a watermelon ice cube and green mint garnish.
Boatyard, 1555 SE 17th Street, Fort Lauderdale
Ingredients:
½ ounce agave
½ ounce fresh lime juice
2 ounces fresh watermelon juice
2 ounces Svedka Grapefruit Jalapeno vodka
1 frozen watermelon ice cube
Mint leaf garnish
Originally appeared in the Spring 2016 issue.