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Watermelon Margarita Recipe

Watermelon margaritas are not only refreshing but the most delicious twist on a margarita! We're sharing directions for a watermelon margarita on the rocks or a frozen watermelon margarita!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drink
Cuisine: Mexican American
Keyword: Watermelon Margarita
Servings: 1
Author: Linley Hanson

Ingredients

  • 1 cup fresh watermelon cubes or frozen if you're making it frozen
  • 2 oz. high-quality tequila
  • 1 oz. fresh lime juice
  • 1 oz. triple sec
  • 1 cup ice (if making frozen margs)

Instructions

Watermelon Margarita on the Rocks

  • Add the watermelon chunks to a high-speed blender and blend for 15-20 seconds, or until fully liquified. Strain the watermelon juice through a fine-mesh sieve and place it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use.
    a blender filled with a strawberry smoothie.
  • To make the margarita, fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add 1-oz. watermelon juice, along with the tequila, lime juice, and triple sec. Shake until chilled, about 30 seconds.
    a person pouring watermelon juice into a gold cup.
  • Strain the margarita into a salt-rimmed glass filled with ice. Garnish with a slice of watermelon and serve immediately.
    a person pouring watermelon into a margarita glass.

Frozen Margarita

  • Place fresh watermelon cubes on a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place in the freezer for 2 hours or until completely frozen.
  • Add all of the ingredients including ice into a high-speed blender. Blend on high until smooth. Serve immediately! Feel free to double or triple this recipe.

Video

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Notes

  • The watermelon juice can be kept in the fridge for up to one week.
  • You can combine the watermelon juice, tequila, lime juice, and triple sec in a pitcher ahead of time—  just shake the individual portions (about 1/2 cup) with ice right before serving.
  • If your watermelon isn’t as sweet as you would like, add agave or simple syrup to taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g