Why you’ll love this frozen watermelon margarita
- I based this recipe for watermelon margaritas on my frozen watermelon mule recipe, and if you like that recipe, I know you’ll love this one, too.
- This drink is a great way to use leftover watermelon. You can cube it up and freeze it for later so you can make this cocktail whenever you want.
- Blending frozen fruit gives the drink a smoother texture than ice alone, and the water content in the melon also contributes to the icy texture.
Ingredients & Substitutions
How to make frozen watermelon margaritas
Freeze the watermelon. If you haven’t already, freeze your watermelon. This could take up to 4 hours, depending on size, so make sure you plan ahead.
Rim your glasses. This recipe makes 3 margaritas, so use a lime wedge to rim 3 glasses with Tajin (or just a sugar/salt mixture if you don’t have that). Set aside for later.
Blend your margaritas. Add the ingredients to a high speed blender. I like to put the liquid in first so it’s there and ready to help the blender in getting a smooth texture. Blend until smooth.
Garnish and serve. Divide the margaritas between your prepared glasses and garnish with a watermelon slice – or a skewer with watermelon balls.
I also like to pop a sprig of mint in the glass for color. This is especially necessary if you are only using a melon ball skewer for garnish.
frequently asked questions: watermelon margarita
How much sugar is in a watermelon margarita?
Watermelon naturally has a higher amount of sugar for a fruit. These margaritas are as low on sugar as possible, using agave nectar to add just a bit more sweetness. Per serving this recipe has 34.2 grams of sugar.
What is a substitute for triple sec in margaritas?
Try using a lemon liqueur such as Chartreuse Yellow or Limoncello if you do not have any triple sec on hand. You could also use orange juice if you need to, but it will lower the alcohol content of the margarita though.
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Frozen Watermelon Margarita
Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen watermelon cubes, about 1 pound
- 2 ounces lime juice
- 2 ounces orange liqueur
- 6 ounces silver tequila
- 2 ounces agave nectar
- 1 cup ice
- For garnish: watermelon slices/balls, mint sprig, Tajin rim
Instructions
- Using a lime wedge, rim 3 glasses with chili lime seasoning and set aside.
- Combine ingredients in a high-speed blender and blend until smooth.
- Divide watermelon margaritas between prepared glasses.
- Garnish with mint and a watermelon ball skewer, or a small slice of watermelon.
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