Refreshing Watermelon Breeze

This Watermelon Margarita recipe is the perfect blend of sweet and tangy flavors, made with fresh watermelon juice and a hint of lime. It's a refreshing and delightful cocktail that's perfect for warm summer days or any time you're craving a taste of paradise. The combination of juicy watermelon, zesty lime, and a splash of tequila will transport you to a tropical oasis with every sip.

Refreshing Watermelon Breeze

A refreshing and delightful Watermelon Margarita made with fresh watermelon juice, lime, tequila, and a hint of sweetness.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 small seedless watermelon (or 1/2 of a large watermelon), cut into cubes
  • 1/4 cup watermelon juice
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
  • 1 ounce simple syrup
  • 1 1/2 ounces tequila
  • 1/2 ounce orange liqueur

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, boil water and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Let the syrup cool completely.
  2. Puree the cubed watermelon in a blender and strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve.
  3. Garnish the glass with a salt or sugar rim, if desired, and fill it with ice.
  4. In a shaker, combine watermelon juice, lime juice, simple syrup, tequila, orange liqueur, and a pinch of salt. Shake well until chilled.
  5. Pour the margarita mixture into the prepared glass. If you don't have a shaker, add the ingredients directly to the glass and stir well. Serve and enjoy!