Watermelon Margarita Recipe with Mint Leaves: Fresh, Perfect Drinks for Party BBQ Gatherings
This Watermelon Margarita with Mint Leaves combines juicy watermelon with fresh mint for a cocktail that’s perfect for lively BBQs and gatherings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh watermelon juice
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 1/4 cup lime juice about 2 limes
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1/4 cup simple syrup
- 8-10 fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedges and mint sprigs for garnish
- Salt for rimming glasses, optional
Instructions
- Prepare glasses: Wet rims with lime juice and dip into salt if desired.
- Blend watermelon: Blend fresh watermelon until smooth. Strain to remove pulp if preferred.
- Mix ingredients: In a shaker, combine watermelon juice, tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and simple syrup.
- Add mint: Lightly muddle mint leaves in the shaker before adding other ingredients.
- Shake well: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously.
- Serve: Strain mixture into prepared glasses filled with ice. Garnish with lime wedges and mint sprigs.