Watermelon Margaritas Recipe

Nothing says summer like a freshly cut slice of watermelon. This recipe from our friends at the National Watermelon Promotion Board does the sweet fruit justice in the form of a boozy, colorful cocktail on the rocks.

And, it’s not just made with watermelon juice – the chef created a watermelon simple syrup from seedless melon and sugar so that the bright, unmistakable flavor is in every sip of the drink.

Combine the watermelon juice and watermelon simple syrup with your favorite tequila, some fresh lime juice, and ice, and shake until your summer sipper is perfectly chilled. Serve in glasses rimmed with lime juice and coarse salt (or sugar, if you’d prefer) and add a little watermelon slice as a punchy garnish.

Perfect for those garden parties, a 4th of July bash, or your next neighborhood block party – we wouldn’t mind a couple of these Watermelon Margaritas ourselves!