Watermelon Basil Margarita
Cool off with the vibrantly refreshing Watermelon Basil Margarita, a summer-perfect twist on the classic cocktail! Bursting with the sweetness of fresh watermelon juice, the herbal brightness of muddled basil, and a zesty kick of fresh lime, this drink strikes the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Made with smooth tequila, a splash of triple sec, and a touch of honey or agave syrup for natural sweetness, it’s a cocktail that dazzles in both flavor and presentation. Served in a salt-rimmed glass and garnished with fragrant basil and juicy watermelon wedges, this margarita is quick to prepare in just 10 minutes, making it the ultimate crowd-pleaser for poolside parties, barbecues, or relaxing evenings. Perfectly chilled and irresistibly flavorful, the Watermelon Basil Margarita will quickly become your go-to summer sip!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups (cubed) Fresh watermelon
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 3 ounces Tequila
- 1.5 ounces Triple sec
- 2 ounces Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup
- 2 teaspoons Salt (for rimming the glass)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 1 piece Lime wedge
Directions
Step 1
Place the cubed watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth. This should yield approximately 2 cups of watermelon juice.
Step 2
Strain the watermelon juice through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pulp. Set the juice aside.
Step 3
In a cocktail shaker, lightly muddle the basil leaves to release their aroma and flavor.
Step 4
Add the watermelon juice, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and honey (or agave syrup) to the shaker.
Step 5
Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 20 seconds until well chilled.
Step 6
Prepare the serving glasses by running a lime wedge along the rims, then dipping them into salt to create a salt rim.
Step 7
Fill the glasses with fresh ice cubes and strain the margarita mixture into the prepared glasses.
Step 8
Garnish each glass with a fresh basil leaf and a small watermelon wedge if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1112.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 545.9 |
| Total Fat 0.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4412.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 68.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 58.9g | |
| Protein 2.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 46.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 541.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories