Cool off on a warm summer day with this Watermelon Margarita. Fresh watermelon and tequila come together to make a fruity and refreshing cocktail!
This Watermelon Margarita is the perfect cocktail for hot summer days, combining sweet, juicy watermelon with fresh lime juice and smooth tequila for a bright and refreshing drink.
I love a cocktail that incorporates fresh fruit! For more fruity cocktails you have to check out my Raspberry Martini, Blood Orange Margarita, and Strawberry Jalapeno Margarita.
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Recipe Ingredients
Fresh Watermelon – Light and flavorful, the watermelon blends to create fresh watermelon juice in this cocktail. I recommend using a seedless watermelon for less mess and the best watermelon flavor.
Lime Juice – A hint of zest added into this drink to balance out the sweetness.
Honey – A little sweetness added into the margarita. You can substitute with simple syrup if you need.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
How to Make a Watermelon Margarita
Step #1: In a blender or food processor add in your fresh watermelon, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and honey and blend until smooth.
Step #2: Next, over your favorite margarita glass with ice cubes, strain the margarita into the glass.
Step #3: Finally, serve and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Choosing a Watermelon – To pick a ripe watermelon full of flavor you want to look for one that has a creamy yellow spot on the bottom and sounds hollow when you gently tap it.
Use a Strainer – Strain your blender contents into a glass or pitcher to remove any unwanted watermelon pulp or seeds. If you do not have a strainer you can also use a fine mesh sieve.
FAQs
Absolutely! To make this a frozen margarita you can either add ice into the blender when blending. Or you can strain the mixture put it back into the blender and blend with ice for a smoother consistency.
Any you prefer. I recommend silver tequila, reposado, or anejo tequila.
I like a salt rim which is putting margarita salt on the rim of the glass. But you can also use sugar or even tajin. I would also recommend using watermelon wedges or even lime wedges.
Storage Information
You can store leftovers of this Watermelon Margarita in an airtight container in your fridge for 2-3 days.
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Watermelon Margarita Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup fresh watermelon
- 1 oz tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau - or triple sec
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1/2 Tbsp honey
Instructions
- In a blender or food processor add in your fresh watermelon, tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and honey and blend until smooth.
- Next, over a cocktail glass with ice, strain the margarita into the glass.
- Finally, serve and enjoy!
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Enjoy Responsibly. This post and recipe are intended for those of legal drinking age.
What a wonderful summer margarita! Loved the flavor as did our guests. This watermelon margarita is a hit and we will be making it all summer long!
Made these to start Memorial Day Weekend and they were incredible! This is how you should use leftover watermelon!