
Smashed Watermelon Margarita
Watermelon and mint muddled to a puree, shaken with tequila, grapefruit and lime in a mason jar. A juicy, low-key backyard margarita.
Medium
Difficulty
6 min
Time
150 Cal
Calories
1
Serving
Flavor profile
Tequila
Taste values from the Pocket Bartender recipe catalog.
Ingredients
- Grapefruit Juice· not in your bar1/3 Cup
Or swap: Orange Juice — sweeter, less bitter
- Watermelon· not in your bar1/2 cup
Or swap: Melon — honeydew or cantaloupe work
- Lime(optional)· not in your barJuice of 1/2
- Watermelon· not in your barGarnish with
Or swap: Melon — honeydew or cantaloupe work
- Mint(optional)· not in your bar5
- Mint(optional)· not in your barGarnish with
- Tequila· not in your bar1 shot
Or swap: Mezcal — adds smoke, Reposado Tequila — rounder, lightly oaked
Instructions
In a mason jar muddle the watermelon and 5 mint leaves together into a puree and strain.
Next add the grapefruit juice, juice of half a lime and the tequila as well as some ice.
Put a lid on the jar and shake.
Pour into a glass and add more ice.
Garnish with fresh mint and a small slice of watermelon.
Pairs well with
Smashed watermelon and mint cool this margarita for peak-summer snacks:
- Watermelon-feta skewers
- Chips with salsa fresca
- Grilled shrimp bites
- Chili-lime watermelon spears




