These Spicy Watermelon Margaritas are super refreshing. Made with fresh fruit and only 5 ingredients, it will be your new favorite summer cocktail!
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Why You'll Love this Recipe
- Refreshing. These spicy margs are the perfect way to cool off on a hot summer day. Fresh watermelon juice is super hydrating, making this the best summer cocktail.
- Easy to make. This recipe is one of my favorites because it is so simple to make and requires just a few ingredients.
- Fun cocktail for happy hour. Your friends and family will love this spicy watermelon margarita recipe.
Ingredients and Substitutions
- Tequila. I prefer a blanco tequila but you can use your favorite. I recommend additive-free tequilas such as G4 Tequila, Siete Leguas and El Tequileno.
- Infused tequila. I infused tequila with a habanero pepper but you can use jalapeño-infused tequila instead (steps on how to infuse tequila are below).
- Watermelon juice. It's easy to make your own watermelon juice for this recipe but store-bought also works. If you buy watermelon juice, check the label as bottled watermelon juice can contain added sugar.
- Orange liqueur. Any brand will work. A splash of orange juice will also suffice or you can eliminate this ingredient.
See the recipe card below for the remaining ingredients and quantities.
How to Make Spicy Watermelon Margaritas
Step 1
Rub lime wedges over the rim of two cocktail glasses and salt the rims. Pour tequila, lime juice and orange liqueur into a shaker over ice.
Step 2
Add the infused tequila and watermelon juice. Shake and then pour the drink into 2 glasses over ice. Garnish with lime wedges and watermelon slices.
Recipe FAQs
Thinly slice one habanero or jalapeño pepper and add it to a jar with 1-2 cups of tequila. Use more tequila or less pepper if you are sensitive to spice. Cover the jar and let it sit for 1-2 days. The longer it sits, the spicier it gets. Remove the pepper by straining the tequila and then store it in an airtight container.
Cut up a watermelon and add it to a blender. Blend until it is totally pulverized (about 30 seconds-1 minute) then pour the mixture over a fine mesh strainer into a bowl or pitcher. That's it, super simple!
You only need one cup of juice for this recipe so you can juice a quarter or a half of a watermelon for this and then save the rest for a snack!
Yes, you can double or triple the recipe to make a large pitcher of watermelon margaritas. Keep it in the fridge and add ice to individual glasses before serving.
Sarah's Top Tips
- Choose a ripe watermelon if you are making homemade juice. A ripe watermelon will result in a sweeter cocktail.
- Adjust the acidity and spiciness depending on your personal preference.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice over bottled for a more vibrant cocktail.
- Leftover watermelon juice will stay good in the fridge for a few days. Drink it as is or add sparkling water and lime juice for a great mocktail.
Serving
This spicy margarita is best served over ice with a spicy, salted rim and garnished with a wedge of lime.
I like to pair this recipe with St. Louis Ribs, Burrata and Grilled Peach Salad, Grilled Chicken and Strawberry Salad or BBQ Chicken Tacos.
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Ingredients
Salted Rim
- lime wedges
- Trader Joe's Chili Lime Seasoning or a mixture of sea salt and cayenne pepper
Margaritas
- 3 ounces tequila
- 1-2 teaspoons habanero or jalapeño infused tequila
- 1 cup watermelon juice
- 2 ounces triple sec
- 2-3 limes, juiced
- ice
Instructions
- Rub lime wedges over the rim of two cocktail glasses.
- Pour some chili lime seasoning or a mixture of salt and cayenne pepper onto a small plate.
- Dip the cup upside down onto the plate of salt and press down, ensuring the entire rim is covered.
- Add ice, tequila, lime juice, infused tequila, triple sec and watermelon juice to a cocktail shaker. Shake or stir until combined.
- Fill the glasses with ice and pour margarita mixture over the rocks.
- Serve immediately and garnish with lime wedge and watermelon cube if desired. Enjoy!
Sarah's Tips
- Choose a ripe watermelon if you are making homemade juice. A ripe watermelon will result in a sweeter cocktail.
- Adjust the acidity and spiciness depending on your personal preference.
- Use freshly squeezed lime juice over bottled for a more vibrant cocktail.
- Leftover watermelon juice will stay good in the fridge for a few days. Drink it as is or add sparkling water and lime juice for a great mocktail.
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