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Watermelon Margarita

This watermelon jalapeño margarita combines fresh watermelon puree, zesty lime, smooth tequila, and a touch of heat from jalapeño. Finished with Topo Chico and Grand Marnier, it’s a refreshing, spicy cocktail perfect for summer parties, happy hour, or backyard lounging.
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Ingredients

For the Puree

  • ½ cup fresh watermelon cubed
  • ½ lime juiced
  • 1 oz simple syrup

For the Margarita

  • 1 oz tequila blanco preferred
  • 1 oz watermelon puree
  • 1 jalapeño slice deseeded
  • 1 oz Topo Chico
  • Splash of Grand Marnier
  • Tajín for rim
  • Ice

Garnish

  • Lime wedge
  • Jalapeño slice

Instructions

  • Make the puree: In a small blender or food processor, blend ½ cup fresh watermelon with lime juice and simple syrup until smooth. Strain if desired for a smoother texture.
  • Rim the glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into a plate of Tajín to coat.
  • Shake it up: In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, add 1 oz tequila, 1 oz watermelon puree, and a thin slice of deseeded jalapeño. Shake for 30–60 seconds until chilled.
  • Build the drink: Fill your prepared glass with ice. Pour the shaken mixture in until about halfway full.
  • Top it off: Add 1 oz of Topo Chico and a splash of Grand Marnier on top as a floater.
  • Garnish: Add a lime wedge and an extra jalapeño slice for a spicy touch. Serve immediately and enjoy cold.
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