Watermelon Margarita: A Surprising Cold-Weather Chill

Why I’m Making Watermelon Margaritas in October

It’s not about chasing summer. Honestly, I keep a half-eaten watermelon in my fridge longer than I should. It turns softer, sweeter, almost like a slime-y memory of the warm months. I saw a bunch of recipe pics online and thought, why not? Pouring out that chilled, slightly gritty juice with a splash of tequila seems like a weird rebellion right now. It’s kind of a way to trick myself into feeling summer even when there’s a fog creeping over my window. Plus, it’s not a usual fall pursuit. It’s the unexpected glow of cold watermelons in my hands, the way they smell like watery sugar and something fresh that makes everything feel a little brighter. Right now, weird or not, I need that boost of something super not-seasonal. It’s silly, but maybe that’s okay.

Watermelon Margarita

This cocktail combines fresh watermelon juice with tequila and lime, blended until smooth to create a vibrant, pink-hued drink. The final beverage has a slightly icy texture with a fruity, refreshing flavor profile and a floating slice of watermelon or lime for garnish.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 10 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups fresh watermelon chunks seedless or de-seeded for smoother texture
• 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
• 1/4 cup tequila preferably blanco
• 2 tsp simple syrup optional, for added sweetness
• 1 cup ice cubes for chilling and texture
• Garnish watermelon or lime slices for serving

Equipment

• Blender
• Juicer or strainer

Method

 

1. Place the watermelon chunks into a blender and blend until completely smooth, about 30 seconds, until a vibrant red liquid forms.
2. Pour the blended watermelon through a fine strainer or juicer into a large mixing bowl to remove pulp and seeds, resulting in a clear, bright pink juice.
3. Add the lime juice, tequila, and simple syrup (if using) to the watermelon juice. Stir well with a spoon to combine.
4. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the watermelon mixture over the ice until the glasses are nearly full.
5. Garnish each glass with a slice of watermelon or lime. Serve immediately with a straw or stirrer, observing the icy, pink appearance of the cocktail.

Sometimes you just need to ignore the calendar. Pour that drink, lean into the oddity. No rules. No rules at all. Cheers to the weird little moments that make the seasons less predictable.