Go-to-Watermelon Margarita
Start here with this Watermelon Margarita for your first adventure into melon drinks, or use the recipe as a jumping off point to get creative. Either way, it is a great way to use up an over-sized melon or pre-cut pieces from the market. You'll simply need a muddler and the typical margarita ingredients of tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Mix up a round or two and your melon stash will be gone before you know it.
Recipe courtesy of The Spruce Eats
Ingredients
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1/4 cup sea salt, for rimming
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1 teaspoon chili powder, for rimming
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1 cup watermelon cubes
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2 ounces reposado tequila (or blanco)
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1 ounce triple sec
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1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice, from 1 large lime
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Watermelon wedges, garnish
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Lime wedges, for garnish
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Mint sprigs, garnish
INSTRUCTIONS
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Gather the ingredients.
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If desired, rim two double old-fashioned glasses: Mix the salt and chili powder in a shallow dish, wet the rim by wiping it with a lime wedge, then dip or roll it into the chili salt.
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In a cocktail shaker, muddle the watermelon cubes into a juicy pulp.
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Fill the shaker with ice and add the tequila, triple sec, and lime juice.
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Shake well.
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Use both a cocktail strainer and a mesh strainer to fine-strain the drink over fresh ice into the prepared glasses.
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Garnish with watermelon and lime wedges and a sprig of mint. Serve and enjoy.