Watermelon Breeze Paloma

This delightful Salted Watermelon Paloma cocktail is a perfect summer refresher. With the sweetness of fresh watermelon juice, a hint of tangy orange, and the kick of tequila, it's a drink that screams summer fun. The addition of sparkling water makes it light and effervescent, while a touch of salt and a sprig of mint add a delightful twist to this easy-to-make cocktail.

Watermelon Breeze Paloma

A refreshing and easy-to-make cocktail with fresh watermelon juice, orange juice, tequila, and a splash of sparkling water.

4.48 from 68 votes
Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cubed watermelon
  • Pinch of kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup Florida's Natural(r) Orange Juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh watermelon juice
  • 2 ounces silver tequila
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Sparkling water for topping
  • Fresh mint, for serving

Instructions

  1. Place the cubed watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the juice into a glass jar.
  2. Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it in salt.
  3. Fill the glass halfway with ice.
  4. Add the orange juice, watermelon juice, tequila, and lime juice to the glass. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Top the drink with sparkling water.
  6. Garnish with fresh mint.