Frozen Watermelon Margarita

A Frozen Watermelon Margarita is perfect to sip on while sitting by the pool all summer long. It’s refreshing, tasty and easy to make!

The abundance of watermelons at the store signal that summer is here. And with the shelves full of them, it makes it tempting to buy one. However, unless you are having a big summer party, what are you to do with a HUGE watermelon? The kids can’t possible eat it all before it goes bad, can they? I know the feeling and I often find myself debating the same thing. But I’ve got your answer. Make this recipe for a Frozen Watermelon Margarita and it will instantly become your go-to summer drink!

Before we get into how to make this delicious drink, it’s good to know how to pick out the very best watermelon. No one wants to get home and then find out that you picked a bad one, stuck with a huge flavorless, juiceless and all around terrible watermelon! Hopefully the next time you are at the store these tips will help you pick out a good one.

Tips on How to Pick Out the BEST Watermelon

Tip 1: Find the Field Spot

What the heck is a field spot ? I didn’t really know either until I learned about them. That is where the watermelon rests on the ground. The side that looks ugly and dirty. Yup, that’s it. The field spot should be a creamy, yellow color. The darker yellow color, the more ripe the watermelon as it indicates that it was on the vine longer. Contrary to that, if the field spot is white or missing then the watermelon is underripe. Don’t buy that one!

Tip 2: Knock on the Watermelon with Your Knuckles

Give the watermelon a knock with your knuckles, if they bounce off the surface then it is ripe. In addition, the surface should be hard and firm. If the watermelon is starting to spoil, then you’ll get a dull thud while knocking. In addition, the surface may feel soft or a little soggy.

Tip 3: Get a Heavy One!

The reason you want a heavy one for its size is because it usually means that there is more water in it, making the watermelon nice, sweet and juicy!

Tip 4: Get a Dull Looking Watermelon

The shiny ones may look more appealing but actually they indicate a less ripe watermelon. Dull in this case is better!

Tip 5: Look for and Pollination Points

You’ve definitely seen these on watermelons! They are dots in a line that is seen on the surface of the watermelon. They are not scratches (although they look like it) but rater they are pollination points and the more of them the better. More pollination points equals a sweeter watermelon.

Now that you know how to pick out the BEST watermelon, it’s time to make this delicious margarita!

Frozen Watermelon Margarita-Ingredients

• 2 cups ice cubes
• 1 1/2 cups watermelon cubed, seedless
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 oz fresh squeezed lime juice
• 1.5 oz tequilla
• .5 oz vodka
• .5 oz Cointreau or triple sec

Instructions

• Take a lime wedge and rub it around the outside of the glass. Dip glass into salt or sugar.
• Cut two pieces of watermelon with rind for garnish. Cut watermelon cubes by removing the rind on the watermelon. 
• In a blender, pulse ice cubes for about 10-15 seconds.
• Add in watermelon, sugar, lime juice, tequila, vodka and Cointreau or triple sec. 
• Blend until smooth.
• Pour into prepared glass.
• Serve and enjoy! Cheers!

Freeze Left Over Watermelon Cubes

If there is any leftover watermelon cubes freeze them for your next drink. Place watermelon cubes in a freezer bag and place in the freezer for up to 3 months! Use less ice in the drink if using frozen watermelon cubes.

For other great summer drinks try:

Banana Coconut Martini

Basil Gimlet

Boozy Blueberry Lemonade Slushie

The Classic Daiquiri

Frozen Creamsicle Cocktail

Frozen Pineapple Daiquiri

Pina Colada

Whipped Root Beer Float