Frozen Watermelon Margarita with Tarragon Salt Rim
Elevate your cocktail game with this Frozen Watermelon Margarita with Tarragon Salt Rim—a refreshing, summer-ready twist on the classic margarita! This recipe balances the natural sweetness of frozen watermelon with the tangy kick of fresh lime juice and the bold flavors of silver tequila and orange liqueur. What sets this drink apart is the tarragon salt rim, a sophisticated blend of coarse sea salt and aromatic tarragon that adds a unique herbal note to every sip. Quick and easy to prepare in just 10 minutes (with a bit of freezing time for the watermelon), this vibrant cocktail is the ultimate thirst-quencher for poolside gatherings or casual evenings. Garnish with a slice of watermelon and a tarragon sprig for an extra touch of elegance, and enjoy a drink that’s as strikingly beautiful as it is delicious! Perfect for lovers of fruity cocktails with a botanical flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Watermelon (seedless and cubed)
- 3 ounces Tequila (silver or blanco)
- 1.5 ounces Triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1.5 ounces Fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoons Agave syrup (optional, adjust to taste)
- 2 cups Ice cubes
- 1 tablespoons Coarse sea salt
- 1 teaspoons Fresh tarragon leaves (finely chopped)
- 1 piece Lime wedge
- 1 piece Watermelon slice (optional, for garnish)
- 1 piece Tarragon sprig (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
1. Prepare the watermelon: Cut a seedless watermelon into cubes and measure out 4 cups. Lay the cubes on a baking sheet or plate in a single layer and freeze for at least 2 hours or until solid.
2. Make the tarragon salt rim: In a small bowl, mix together 1 tablespoon of coarse sea salt and 1 teaspoon of finely chopped fresh tarragon. Spread the mixture on a small plate.
3. Rim the glasses: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of two margarita (or desired) glasses. Dip the rims into the tarragon salt mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the salt sticks evenly. Set the glasses aside.
4. Blend the margarita: In a blender, combine the frozen watermelon cubes, 3 ounces of tequila, 1.5 ounces of triple sec or orange liqueur, 1.5 ounces of fresh lime juice, 1 tablespoon of agave syrup (if desired), and 2 cups of ice. Blend on high speed until smooth and slushy.
5. Taste and adjust: Taste the margarita mixture and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more agave syrup or lime juice, if needed.
6. Serve: Pour the frozen watermelon margarita into the prepared glasses. Garnish each glass with a small slice of watermelon and a sprig of tarragon, if desired.
7. Enjoy: Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing frozen watermelon margarita with a tarragon salt rim!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
629 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5830 mg | 253% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 90.1 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 73.6 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 846 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
