{"id":119813,"date":"2024-07-27T05:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-07-27T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-10-23T09:45:40","modified_gmt":"2025-10-23T13:45:40","slug":"watermelon-margarita","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thealmondeater.com\/watermelon-margarita\/","title":{"rendered":"Watermelon Margarita"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Watermelon, tequila, triple sec, and lime juice are all you need to make this delicious Watermelon Margarita<\/strong> recipe! Made completely in a blender, it’s the best way to use fresh watermelon. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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If, like me, a margarita is your go-to drink<\/a>, then you’re going to love this watermelon margarita. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

While I typically opt for my skinny margarita<\/a> or even my mango margarita<\/a>, this watermelon variety is so refreshing and couldn’t be easier to whip up. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recipe features<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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  • A delicious way to enjoy fresh watermelon. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Made in a blender and can be made fresh or frozen. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to make a whole pitcher, which is perfect for serving a crowd! <\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Doesn’t use simple syrup, and instead uses a small amount of honey to sweeten the drinks. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Watermelon – <\/strong>Fresh or frozen; see “tips and tricks” section below for both options. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Tequila – <\/strong>Opt for your favorite kind! Mine is blanco tequila, but any variety will work. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Triple sec –<\/strong> Also known as orange liqueur. My go-to is cointreau because I think it tastes the best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Lime juice – <\/strong>Always use fresh lime juice, never bottled. Trust me, it makes a huge difference!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Sweetener – <\/strong>I opted to use honey, but agave is another great choice. I would not<\/em> use maple syrup, as it’s going to impact the flavor too much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Instructions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    See below for how to make a frozen margarita if that’s your preference. I opted to make a fresh margarita, so let’s walk through how to do that.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Step 1: Dice the watermelon. <\/strong>Cut the watermelon into chunks, then place it directly into a high power blender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Step 2: Add remaining ingredients. <\/strong>Pour the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and honey directly into the blender overtop of the watermelon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Step 3: Blend. <\/strong>Blend the mixture until smooth, then pour it through a fine mesh strainer to remove the pulp. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Step 4: Serve. <\/strong>Run a lime wedge along two cocktail glasses, then dip the rim into salt (or sugar). Pour the margarita into the cocktail glasses filled with ice, garnish with a lime round and enjoy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Tips and tricks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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    • As much as I love my Nutribullet, I wouldn’t use a small blender<\/strong> for this, especially if you’re making a frozen drink. Instead, opt for a high-power blender.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • A little separation is natural <\/strong>once you pour the drink into glasses; simply stir the mixture occasionally.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Make the drink spicy by adding half of a jalape\u00f1o<\/strong> (make sure to remove the seeds) into the blender as well.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n