I can’t think of a better way to kick off the weekend than with this watermelon margarita recipe! It’s super easy to make (no cocktail shaker required!), and its vibrant color just screams summer. Thanks to the watermelon, it’s naturally sweet, and fresh lime juice gives it a delicious tart finish. This watermelon margarita recipe is perfect for parties, happy hours, or any summer evening. Sip it on its own, or enjoy it alongside tortilla chips, salsa, and/or guacamole. Cheers, friends, and happy summer!
Watermelon Margarita Ingredients
A classic margarita is made with tequila, fresh lime juice, an orange liqueur like triple sec, and a sweetener like simple syrup or agave. This watermelon margarita recipe is even simpler! To make it, you just need 3 key ingredients:
Fresh lime juice – Squeeze it yourself for the brightest flavor. Tequila – Use your favorite blanco or silver tequila for this recipe. Fresh watermelon – It sweetens the margaritas naturally. Seedless watermelon is best for this recipe. If your watermelon has seeds in it, remove them before making the margaritas.
You’ll also need ice and salt for the rim of your glass. That’s it! Find the complete recipe with measurements below.
Variations
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.
Let me know what variations you try! Simply blend the watermelon with the lime juice and a handful of ice. Pour the mixture into glasses filled with ice cubes and stir 2 tablespoons (1 ounce) tequila into each glass. Taste and adjust. Then, enjoy!
Watermelon Margarita Recipe Tips
Salt the rim. Take your drink to the next level by giving your glass a salt rim! To do this, rub the rim of an empty margarita glass with a lime wedge, and dip it in a small plate of coarse sea salt or kosher salt. Fill the prepared glass with ice before pouring in the fresh watermelon juice and mixing in the tequila. Spice it how you like it. If you’re trying the spicy variation, keep in mind that you can control the spice level. Let the jalapeño tequila infuse for 15 minutes, and it’ll be mild. Let it sit it for a day, and it’ll be pretty spicy. If you over-spice it, just dilute it to taste with plain tequila. Taste and adjust. Whenever you make a cocktail at home, taste and adjust to find a balance of flavors you love. For more sweetness, add an extra splash of the watermelon juice or a drop of agave. For more tartness, squeeze in extra lime. If it’s too strong, let it sit for a few minutes to allow the ice to start to melt. If it’s still too strong, top your glass with sparkling water or more watermelon juice to balance the alcohol.
More Favorite Cocktail Recipes
If you love this watermelon margarita recipe, try one of these summer cocktail recipes next:
Classic Margarita Spicy Margarita Paloma Cocktail
And if you have leftover watermelon, make this watermelon salad!
