Summertime Watermelon Smash

The Summertime Watermelon Smash is a refreshing and delightful cocktail that perfectly captures the flavors of summer. Made with fresh watermelon juice, zesty lime juice, and a kick of silver tequila, this cocktail is sweet, tangy, and irresistibly boozy. The natural sweetness of the watermelon blends harmoniously with the tartness of the lime, creating a balanced and invigorating drink that's perfect for sipping on warm summer days.

Summertime Watermelon Smash

A refreshing and delightful cocktail made with fresh watermelon juice, zesty lime juice, and a kick of silver tequila.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups fresh watermelon juice
  • 2 1/2 Tbsp lime juice
  • 2 1/2 oz silver tequila
  • Sea salt (optional, for lining rim)
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a blender, blend cubed ripe watermelon to extract the juice.
  2. Strain the watermelon juice through a fine mesh strainer if desired.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the watermelon juice, lime juice, tequila, and a handful of ice.
  4. Shake vigorously to blend the ingredients.
  5. Taste the mixture and adjust the flavors as needed by adding more watermelon juice for sweetness, lime juice for acidity, or tequila for strength.
  6. Optionally, line the rim of a serving glass with lime juice and sea salt.
  7. Add ice to the glass and pour the margarita mixture over it.
  8. Enjoy the Summertime Watermelon Smash fresh!