Watermelon Margarita
Refreshing, and delicious. The party has arrived with this Watermelon Margarita recipe! Made over ice with fresh lime, and instructions showing how to make your own syrup out of fresh watermelon.
Servings: 1 cocktail
Calories: 302kcal
Ingredients
- margarita rim* optional
- 2 oz tequila silver or gold
- 1 oz Cointreau triple sec or Grand Marnier can be substituted
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 oz watermelon syrup**
Instructions
- Fill the bottom of a shallow plate with water. Sprinkle the margarita rim into a separate shallow plate and disperse it evenly. Dip the edge of your glass into the water, let the excess drip for a few seconds, then dip the glass into the margarita rim to coat completely.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, and watermelon syrup to the shaker. Secure the lid and shake for 10-15 seconds. Place a few ice cubes into your prepared glass, and strain the margarita into the glass.
Notes
*Margarita rim is typically made of pure kosher salt. I made my own version with 1 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp granulated sugar, and fresh lime zest.
**How to make your own fresh watermelon syrup:
- Blend 4-5 cups of ripe watermelon into a puree.
- Pour the mixture through a mesh sieve into a saucepan.
- Bring the mixture to a rapid simmer and whisk in 3/4 cup brown sugar.
- Let the mixture reduce by about half, stirring occasionally. Let the syrup cool in the pot until it's safe to handle, then transfer to a heat-safe container. Let it cool completely in the refrigerator before using it.
Nutrition
Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 61mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg