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Two Watermelon Margaritas served on a patterned napkin.

Watermelon Margarita

Treat yourself to this delicious watermelon tequila cocktail ... it's super refreshing and so easy to make!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 2 drinks
Calories: 220kcal
Author: Ginnie

Ingredients

  • 2 heaping cups chopped watermelon
  • 1 lime
  • kosher salt
  • 3 ounces tequila
  • 2 ounces fresh lime juice
  • 1 ounce Cointreau (or other triple sec)
  • ½ ounce simple syrup

Equipment

Instructions

  • Using a blender, blend chopped watermelon until smooth.
  • Place fine mesh strainer over a bowl (or large measuring cup), then strain watermelon juice. (You will need 1 cup strained juice for the recipe).
  • Cut 2 slices from lime (set aside for garnish), then cut remaining lime into wedges.
  • Fill a small, shallow dish with kosher salt. Run one of the lime wedges around the outside rim of a rocks (or margarita) glass. Roll the rim in the kosher salt. Repeat with second glass, then set aside.
  • Fill cocktail shaker half full with ice, then add 1 cup watermelon juice, 3 ounces tequila, 2 ounces lime juice, 1 ounce cointreau, and ½ ounce simple syrup. Close shaker, then shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds.
  • Add fresh ice to prepared glasses, then strain margarita mixture into glasses (dividing evenly between the two).
  • Serve drinks immediately, garnished with lime slices. Enjoy!

Notes

Juice - If you prefer, you can make this drink without straining the juice (although that will affect the flavor and texture). When making the watermelon juice, keep in mind that 4 heaping cups of watermelon will equal about 2 cups juice (after blending and straining). I recommend blending extra juice in advance, if you plan to make additional cocktails.
Different Yields - I created this recipe to serve two, but it can easily be adjusted to serve just one person, or you can make a pitcher / big batch for a party. For metric conversion, consult this helpful chart.
  • 1 Drink - ½ cup watermelon juice, 1 ½ ounces tequila, 1 ounce lime juice, ½ ounce Cointreau, ¼ ounce simple syrup
  • 4 Drinks - 2 cups watermelon juice, 6 ounces (¾ cup) tequila, 4 ounces (½ cup) lime juice, 2 ounces (¼ cup) Cointreau, 1 ounce simple syrup
  • 8 Drinks (Pitcher) - 4 cups watermelon juice, 12 ounces (1 ½ cups) tequila, 8 ounces (1 cup) lime juice, 4 ounces (½ cup) Cointreau, 2 ounces (¼ cup) simple syrup. Note: Mix in pitcher filled with ice. 
  • 16 Drinks (Large Pitcher) - 8 cups watermelon juice, 24 ounces (3 cups) tequila, 16 ounces (2 cups) lime juice, 8 ounces (1 cup) Cointreau, 4 ounces (½ cup) simple syrup. Note: Mix in pitcher filled with ice. 
Prepping the Recipe in Advance - If you're making this cocktail for a party, you can prepare the watermelon juice, make the homemade simple syrup, and squeeze the limes in advance. Then combine the ingredients in a pitcher, along with ice, shortly before serving.
More Tips - Check out the info before this recipe card for helpful tips, variations, serving suggestions, and more!

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcal
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