Sunday, June 21, 2015

Watermelon Margaritas

I'm always looking for a reason to make a good cocktail or eat a juicy watermelon. Nothing quite says summer like mixing the two together.


Most recipes I've seen tried to make this too complicated, but who has time to do that when all they really want is a drink? Let's get this summer started. 



WHAT YOU'LL NEED

1 - 1.5 shot of tequila
2 c. watermelon, diced
2 tbsp. lime juice
1 tbsp. simple syrup (optional)
Lime



First things first, salt your rim. I always use a lime slice instead of water to give it even more flavor.

Pro tip: don't fall for "margarita salt." Instead, grab some coarse kosher sea salt and save your bucks for something else.


I think the right amount of watermelon per drink is about 3 small triangles. Dice them in small chunks. Side note: still obsessed with these discontinued Anthropologie plates.


Rose's sweetened lime juice is the perfect amount of sweet for this cocktail. I don't think it needs any additional sugar, but add simple syrup to your taste. Lime, however, is necessary. Slice off a large slice to squeeze in to your drink.

In a cocktail shaker, combine the diced watermelon, tequila, lime juice and some ice. Then...

shake, shake, shake!

Pour into a mason jar and cheers to summah!


Let me know if you like what you sip!

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