Watermelon Margarita

Savor the taste of summer with a Watermelon Margarita! Discover how to craft this refreshing and tangy cocktail at home, and explore creative twists for a unique twist on a classic. Perfect for hot days and backyard gatherings. Cheers to summer sips and good times!

Why the Watermelon Margarita is the Ultimate Summer Drink

When the heat is on, there’s nothing like a cold, refreshing drink to quench your thirst and cool you down. Enter the Watermelon Margarita – a deliciously sweet and tangy cocktail that is perfect for summertime sipping.

• Sweet and Tangy Flavor: The natural sweetness of fresh watermelon combined with the tanginess of lime juice creates a delightful flavor. The balance of sweet and tangy notes makes this cocktail a crowd-pleaser, appealing to those with a sweet tooth as well as those who prefer tangy drinks.
• Vibrant Color: The bright red color is not only visually appealing, but it also adds a festive touch to any summer gathering just like the Pink Margarita. The vibrant hue of this cocktail is sure to catch the eye and elevate your summer drink game, making it perfect for pool parties, BBQs, and other outdoor gatherings.
• Perfect for Sharing: Summer is a time for socializing and spending time with friends and family. The Watermelon Margarita is an ideal cocktail for sharing, as you can easily make a large batch to serve at gatherings. It’s a fun and festive drink that can be served in a pitcher or a punch bowl, allowing everyone to enjoy the refreshing taste of watermelon in a festive and communal way.
• Versatile and Customizable: It is a versatile drink that can be customized to suit your taste preferences. You can adjust the sweetness or tartness of the cocktail by varying the amount of agave nectar and lime juice used. Additionally, you can experiment with different variations, such as adding spices, herbs, or other fruits to create a unique twist on the classic recipe.

There’s also plenty of fresh watermelon in this margarita, similar to my Frozen Pineapple Margarita or my Prickly Pear Margarita.

Ingredients Needed

• Fresh Watermelon – Fresh watermelon is essential for the ultimate Watermelon Margarita, adding natural sweetness, vibrant color, and authentic flavors. Its juiciness and tanginess elevate the taste of your cocktail, while its nutritional benefits make it a healthy choice.
• Tequila – The preferred type of tequila for margaritas, especially fruity ones like this or a Pineapple Margarita, is usually Blanco or silver, known for its pure and unaged form. Its clean and crisp taste complements the sweetness of pineapple and the tartness of lime juice perfectly.
• Lime Juice – Freshly squeezed lime juice is essential in crafting a delicious Classic Margarita or a flavored one. The acidity and freshness of the lime juice are crucial in balancing out the sweetness of the pineapple and orange liqueur, resulting in a well-rounded and flavorful cocktail.
• Triple Sec – When it comes to orange liqueurs in margaritas, triple sec or Cointreau are the classic choices. However, for a twist in a watermelon margarita, you can also consider other options like Grand Marnier or Combier as alternatives.
• Sweetener – Sweetener can be added to balance the tartness of the citrus juices and the natural sweetness of the watermelon. The best options to use are Agave syrup, my favorite, or Simple Syrup.

How to Make a Watermelon Margarita

1. Coat the glass rim. Simply take a wedge of lime and use it to run along the rim of your glass. This utilizes freshly squeezed lime juice.
2. Salt the rim of the glass. Spread some coarse salt on a plate or flat surface. Then dip the lime-coated rim of the glass into the salt, gently moving it back and forth while applying light pressure to ensure it sticks.

3. Blend the watermelon. Blend on medium to high speed until the watermelon is completely liquefied, and no chunks remain. The smooth watermelon puree will serve as the base of your margarita.
4. Strain the watermelon. Once you’ve blended the watermelon until smooth, you can take an additional step to strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve. Simply place the sieve over a bowl or pitcher and pour the blended watermelon through it.

5. Shake and strain. Place the strained watermelon juice into a cocktail shaker and add tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Add ice and shake vigorously. Strain the mixture over ice in the prepared glass.

FAQS

Variations

• Spicy Watermelon Margarita – blend fresh watermelon until smooth and strain the juice. In a shaker, combine the watermelon juice with tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur. Add sliced jalapeno and muddle to infuse the spice. Shake the cocktail with ice to chill it and combine the flavors.
• Skinny Watermelon Margarita – To lighten this margarita you’ll need a½ cup of fresh watermelon, 2 ounces of tequila, 2 ounces of fresh lime juice, 1 ounce of orange juice, or sparkling orange flavored water.
• Frozen Watermelon Margarita – You’ll need to use frozen watermelon chunks instead of fresh ones. Add ½ cup of ice to the recipe for a deliciously frosty drink.
• Watermelon Margarita Mocktail – To make a Watermelon Margarita mocktail, skip the alcohol and blend watermelon, lime juice, and sweeteners such as agave syrup or Simple Syrup. Add sparkling or soda water for fizz, and garnish with watermelon or lime. Enjoy a refreshing non-alcoholic version of this delicious drink!

Tips and Tricks

• Make it into a pitcher. To make a pitcher of Watermelon Margaritas, blend watermelon, and strain. Then combine with tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, salt, and sweetener in a pitcher. Stir and serve over ice.
• Use fresh, ripe watermelon: Choose a ripe watermelon that is sweet and juicy for the best flavor in your margarita. Avoid watermelons that are overripe or underripe as they may affect the taste of the cocktail.
• Adjust sweetness to taste: Watermelons can vary in sweetness. Taste your watermelon margarita as you go and adjust the sweetness to your liking. I like to use agave syrup or Simple Syrup in my Classic Margarita.
• Garnish for visual appeal: Garnish your Watermelon Margarita with a watermelon wedge, lime wheel, or mint sprig for a visually appealing presentation. This adds an extra touch of elegance to your cocktail.

Watermelon Margarita

Savor the taste of summer with a Watermelon Margarita! Discover how to craft this refreshing and tangy cocktail at home, and explore creative twists for a unique twist on a classic. Perfect for hot days and backyard gatherings. Cheers to summer sips and good times!

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 Serving

Calories: 278kcal

Author: Aimee Mars

Equipment

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  Blender
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  Cocktail Shaker

Ingredients

• ▢ 1 cup Watermelon cut into cubes
• ▢ 2 ounces Tequila
• ▢ 2 ounces Lime Juice
• ▢ 1 ounce Triple Sec
• ▢ Coarse Salt for glass rim

Instructions

• Coat the glass rim. Simply take a wedge of lime and use it to run along the rim of your glass, utilizing the freshly squeezed lime juice.
• Salt the rim of the glass. Spread some coarse salt on a plate or flat surface, then dip the lime-coated rim of the glass into the salt, gently moving it back and forth while applying light pressure to ensure it sticks.
• Blend the watermelon. Blend on medium to high speed until the watermelon is completely liquefied, and no chunks remain. The smooth watermelon puree will serve as the base of your margarita.
• Strain the watermelon. Once you've blended the watermelon until smooth, you can take an additional step to strain the puree through a fine mesh sieve. Simply place the sieve over a bowl or pitcher and pour the blended watermelon through it.
• Shake and strain. Place the strained watermelon juice into a cocktail shaker and add tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Add ice and shake vigorously. Strain the mixture over ice in the prepared glass.

Notes

• Make it into a pitcher. To make a pitcher of Watermelon Margaritas, blend watermelon, and strain, then combine with tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, salt, and sweetener in a pitcher. Stir and serve over ice.
• Use fresh, ripe watermelon: Choose a ripe watermelon that is sweet and juicy for the best flavor in your margarita. Avoid watermelons that are overripe or underripe as they may affect the taste of the cocktail.
• Adjust sweetness to taste: Watermelons can vary in sweetness, so taste your watermelon margarita as you go and adjust the sweetness to your liking. This recipe doesn’t contain a sweetener like agave syrup or Simple Syrup that I like to use in my Classic Margarita, however, if you’d like it sweeter you can choose one.
• Garnish for visual appeal: Garnish your Watermelon Margarita with a watermelon wedge, lime wheel, or mint sprig for a visually appealing presentation. This adds an extra touch of elegance to your cocktail.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 278kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 246mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 893IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 0.5mg

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