"I know it’s not quite summer, but we’re getting there! And I figured I’d get a head start and invite all the summer vibes with this refreshingly delicious water-meh-loneee margarita"
Watermelon Citrus Margarita
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Who's ready for summer? This refreshing, sweet, and tart Watermelon Citrus Margarita Pitcher will get you in the spirit! Sweet watermelon puree is mixed with tequila, lime juice and is brightened up with a delicious, simple lemon syrup. This cocktail is perfect for making for your next gathering.
For more margarita recipes, check out our Margarita Feed, edited by @Thesweetandsimplekitchen featuring this amazing Margarita Sangria by @ompletelydelicious and this Passion Fruit And Mango Margaritas - watch how to make it here!
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ingredients
Citrus Simple Syrup
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 large lemon juiced
- 1 lime, zest and juiced
Method
Citrus Simple Syrup
Step 1
Bring 1/2 cup sugar and water in a small saucepan to boil, stirring constantly. Simmer until sugar is dissolved, about 3 minutes. Remove simple syrup from heat, add lemon juice, lime zest and lime juice. Mix and allow to cool completely.
ingredients
Watermelon Margarita
- 3 cups watermelon, seeded and cubed
- 6 tablespoons citrus simple syrup, or more, to taste
- 1/2 cup blanco tequila
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- salt or sugar for rimming glasses
- Crushed ice
- 1 lime, cut into wedges and/or wheels
Watermelon Margarita
Step 1
Puree watermelon in a blender or food processor. Add watermelon puree to a large pitcher with simple syrup, tequila, and lime juice and mix well. Add about 2-3 tablespoons of salt or sugar to a saucer or small plate. Moisten rim of glass with lime wedge and dip the rim into salt or sugar. Tap off any excess. Fill glass with margarita mixture and garnish with slice watermelon and/or lime.