Beat the summer heat or just cool yourself off after a hard day with the sweet and refreshing Watermelon Margarita.
It was a hot summer’s day, and the sweltering sun beating down on my tired head was giving me a thirst. The street I found myself on was unfamiliar and strange. No diners or soda shops, no candy stores or delis could be seen. My tongue was getting thicker as my throat became an arid and dry wasteland of drought. How did the weather get so uncomfortable today, and why didn’t I look at the forecast before leaving the house? The leather jacket I put on turned out to be a bad idea.
Suddenly, through the wavy heated air I saw it… A building in the shape of a Margarita glass, standing like a monument amongst the gyms and ballet studios. It was still early, but to my surprise and utter delight, it was open. I staggered in, sweating and haggard, allowing the luxurious and almost sinfully cool air-conditioning to wash over me. Feeling like I could breathe again, I peered around. The place looked like an ice cream parlor, sterile yet inviting. Behind the counter was a smiling, friendly face.
“You need a Watermelon Margarita!” The loud, happy voice echoed through the pristine space, making me jump a little. I tried to speak, but my mouth was so dry I couldn’t make any sound beyond a cracked croak. I nodded my agreement instead. They turned and began working so fast it appeared as though something had sped them up to an incomprehensibly superhuman momentum. I heard what sounded like gears and other mechanisms whirring and ticking at incredible speeds. A blender began to whine, but was obscured by a blur of arms, elbows and hands.
Then they spun around, stopping on a dime with incredible precision. A giant, chilled glass, filled with a slushy red substance was presented to me, and I gratefully and greedily took it. Upon the first sip from its salted rim, I was hit with a beautifully cold explosion of watermelon, citrus and the bite of a smooth, peppery tequila. Without realizing it, my entire drink was gone in a matter of seconds. The brain freeze was harsh, but welcome.
I looked back to the mixologist standing behind the counter. Their perpetually smiling face was a tad unnerving, as were the eyes that never seemed to blink. I smiled back and thanked them for the wonderful cocktail. Their expression remained the same.
I then decided to leave, and make my next Watermelon Margarita at home.
What Is The Best Tequila To Use In A Watermelon Margarita?
Your choice all comes down to personal preference. Many tequila-based cocktails often employ silver tequila, which is clear in color and unaged, resulting in a peppery, earthy taste. Añejo and reposado are aged spirits, so they’ll be more full-bodied with notes of sweetness and spices. Silver, or blanco, varieties tend to mix better with other ingredients, but if you want a Watermelon Margarita with a little more kick, you can opt for an aged tequila.
Ingredients
- 1 cup diced watermelon
- 2 ounces tequila
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1 ounce simple syrup
- Salt optional to coat the glass rim
- Lime or watermelon wedge optional for garnish
Instructions
- Add the diced watermelon, tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, and some ice cubes to a blender. Blend until smooth and well combined.
- If you’d like, coat the rim of the glass with salt by rubbing a lime wedge around it and dipping it into a plate filled with salt.
- Pour the cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Garnish with a lime wedge or a slice of watermelon and serve.
Nutrition
WHAT GLASSWARE AND GARNISH IS USED?
Chill a large Margarita glass in your freezer for up to thirty minutes. Salt the rim, then pop a plump and juicy lime wedge on it once the cocktail is poured in.
CAN TRIPLE SEC BE USED IN THIS RECIPE?
Absolutely. If you’d like to use triple sec in place of the simple syrup, or in addition to it, feel free. Most Margarita recipes call for it, so it wouldn’t be out of place and will add a little orange flavor to your cocktail.
Other Margaritas Worth Trying
You can’t go wrong with a Margarita. Mostly because they’re delicious. But also because there are so many different kinds of Margaritas to choose from. The Watermelon Margarita is one tasty example, and if you’re thirsty for more interesting versions, Twist & Toast has an ample array to check out. Try some of these for a start, then cruise around the site to see the others.
- Devil’s Margarita – Red wine adds some extra mischief to this tipple.
- Italian Margarita – Don’t fill up on the breadsticks before enjoying the amaretto featured in this cocktail.
- Cadillac Margarita – Elevate your entire Margarita experience with this elegant and top-shelf elixir.
- Spicy Margarita – Like its name suggests, this drink brings the heat along with ice-cold refreshment.
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