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Juicy, boozy, and dangerously easy to blend, is what makes this frozen watermelon margarita the cocktail you’ll crave

This frozen margarita is light, boozy, and ready in minutes. No fancy steps, just blend, pour, and sip with friends!

Summer Frozen Watermelon Margarita

You know when you buy a whole watermelon thinking you'll totally eat it all? Yeah… same. That's when it's time to grab the blender and turn it into frozen watermelon margaritas instead. Boozy it up, save the day-you're welcome.

They are fresh, fruity, and the color alone makes them party-worthy. The natural sweetness hits just right, or maybe it's the tequila; I'm not sure. Think similar to a frozen strawberry margarita without the kick of a spicy watermelon margarita.

How to make a Frozen Strawberry Margarita

You can freeze the watermelon into cubes ahead of time, or add it fresh with some ice cubes to a blender along with the other classic margarita must-haves, such as tequila, Cointreau, or triple sec, and a little lime. Blend until smooth and pour into your favorite frozen cocktail glasses.

How to Make a Single-Serve Frozen Watermelon Margarita

Want to try one first before making an entire pitcher? I've got you covered. You'll need ½ cup of watermelon, 1 ½ ounces of Tequila, 1 ounce of Triple Sec, 1 ounce of lime juice, ½ ounce of simple syrup, and a handful of ice. Blend and enjoy!

Garnishes and Finishing Touches

Rim your glasses with sugar or salt, add a lime wedge for a little touch of class, and sip the heat away. If the temps are high, pour this cocktail into an insulated cup to keep the chill inside.

What to Serve with a Frozen Watermelon Marg

For the ultimate summer fiesta, I like to pair frozen watermelon margaritas with my Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas with a side of my Fresh Pineapple Salsa. Juicy, flavorful, and when paired with these frozen margs, it is summertime heaven!

Frozen Watermelon Margarita

closeup of frozen watermelon cocktail in a margarita glass

Servings: 4

Prep Time: 4

Total Time: 4

Juicy, boozy, and dangerously easy to blend, is what makes this frozen watermelon margarita the cocktail you'll crave

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Ingredients

¾ cup tequila
½ cup triple sec or Cointreau
3 ounces lime juice, about 3 limes
2 ounces simple syrup, optional
5 cups cubed watermelon
2 cups ice

Instructions

Make the cocktail:

Measure and pour the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup (if using) into a blender jar. Add the cubed watermelon and ice and blend until smooth.

Serve:

Pour the frozen margarita into four glasses, or keep extras in the freezer for refills.

Notes

If using frozen watermelon reduce the amount of ice in half.
Make it a single cocktail by blending ½ cup of watermelon, 1 ½ ounces of Tequila, 1 ounce of Triple Sec, 1 ounce of lime juice, ½ ounce of simple syrup, and a handful of ice.