Watermelon Margarita
Total Time
15 mins
Prep Time
15 mins
Rating
5 out of 5 stars
(29)
Ingredients
4 servings
- ½ cup blanco tequila
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced, optional
- 5 cups cut watermelon
- ½ cup fresh lime juice, plus lime slices for garnish
- Ice
- Lime wedge and coarse salt, for the glass rims, optional
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Preparation
Step 1
Salt the glass rims (optional): Rub a lime wedge around the rims of 4 rocks glasses. Fill a small plate with coarse salt. Dip each glass into the salt to coat the rim. Fill with ice.
Step 2
Combine the tequila and half the jalapeño slices, if using. Set aside for 15 to 30 minutes to infuse (the longer you infuse, the spicier it will be). If you're not using the jalapeño, skip this step and proceed with the recipe.
Step 3
In a blender, combine the watermelon with the lime juice and a handful of ice. Blend until smooth.
Step 4
Pour the watermelon juice into the prepared glasses. Stir 2 tablespoons tequila into each glass. Taste and adjust, garnish with the lime slices, and serve.
Step 5
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Chef's notes
For a spicy watermelon margarita, combine the tequila with half a thinly sliced jalapeño. Let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes before adding it to your drink.
For a frozen watermelon margarita, cut and freeze the watermelon at least a few hours in advance. Blend the frozen watermelon with the lime juice and tequila to create a cool, frosty marg.
For a sparkling watermelon margarita, top your glass with sparkling water.
Salt the rim of the glass for added flavor.
Adjust the spice level by controlling the infusion time of the jalapeño.
