Were you only to know me based on my blog posts for the last month, you might conclude I spend my summers in a drunken stupor, swilling any cocktail that comes my way. Untrue though I have a bevy of great warm weather cocktail recipes that really should be shared and enjoyed by the masses (hence the seeming fixation on the topic of late).
This cocktail is at the top of my summer list. I’ve been plotting the right time to share it and July 4th seems the right unveiling. You’ll note momentarily why I’m publishing it July 2 but there is no more thirst-quenching, flavorful seasonal drink to enjoy on a sultry summer’s day. This recipe came my way a few years back and has become a facet of summer I look forward to yearly now!
WATERMELON INFUSED TEQUILA
You can make any amount of this tequila. This recipe uses a full 750 ml bottle with the intent you stick it in the fridge and enjoy it at your leisure.
Ingredients:
· 1 750 ml bottle of white or silver, 100% agave tequila
· 1 small seedless watermelon (yielding about 2 pounds of 1 inch cubed watermelon)
· A sealable jar with will hold the above (I use an 8 cup/4 pint Mason jar with lid)
Wash and dry jar. Add watermelon and tequila and seal. Allow to sit at least 2 days (just enough time to make today and whip up Monday for July 4!), preferably 1 week. Infusion can occur at room temperature. Once done keeping it in your refrigerator will have it chilled and ready for use.
Note on Tequila type: In speaking with a knowledgeable representative at a local extensively-stocked liquor store, he explained that white and silver tequila are not aged and hence do not have a strong flavor profile making them perfect for this recipe. Additionally 100% agave tequila will include no additives.
WATERMELON MARGARITA
Serves: 1
Ingredients:
· 2 ounces watermelon tequila (above)
· 1 ounce frozen limeade
· 2 cubes of the watermelon from the tequila jar (above)
· ¾ ounce Cointreau
· 1 cup crushed ice
Add all ingredients into a blender and blend until combined.
Please enjoy and have a happy, safe July 4th!
Well now doesn't that sound good about right now. Beautiful photos Toni.
Hey, there's Lea Ann…now we can really have a party! Margaritas are a favorite of mine and I've done a frozen type one with watermelon but have never infused the tequila…brilliant. And pretty! Hic.
great and fun drink
have a fun 4th of july
I'm enjoying your “Drink A Day” theme for the holiday weekend!
We have a local purveyor making smoked salmon flavored vodka (from their distillery's Alaskan potato vodka), but no one up here is flavoring tequila. You've shown us an easy way to do it. Tequila isn't local to my area, but I'm sure folks would cut me some slack …
Cheers!
Where did you get that beautiful spoon??
Suetroller: Thanks on the spoon! It was my Great Grandmother's. Lucky me.
Ah, what a fabulous cocktail. I'm making frozen margarita pops out of wedges of cantaloupe and watermelon today…what doesn't get eaten will get blended into one of your fabulous margaritas!
now that sounds like one delicious margarita, I love watermelon drinks and infusing the tequila first must have added even more flavor! I would to celebrate the 4th with a few of these tasty cocktails!
A watermelon margaritta (sp)?, I am SO there. I really like sweet and sour drinks infused with tequila!
This sounds incredible, and I know the taste is spot on because my sister and I just did tequila soaked watermelon this weekend and it was sooooooo good! Lovely photos!
Ohh, I love the idea of watermelon tequila! I've gotta try this — awesome idea!
You had me at watermelon-infused tequila… and again at watermelon margaritas! I am trying this for my next business meeting (my business partner and I have a love for delicious cocktails and especially margaritas). We usually find a good bar or restaurant in town but this time Im making the drinks!
Thanks for sharing and gorgeous shots too!
This does sound like a fabulous Summer cocktail.
I love your infusions, now that's just plain fun in the kitchen;-)
This looks so perfect and summery! I want to be drinking one right now. Mail one to me?
I love margaritas…this watermelon infused one is surely a perfect and refreshing cocktail.
Thanks for sharing the great recipe, Toni:DDD
I made blackberry margaritas when blackberries were in season. I can't wait for watermelon!!!! And, I think peaches are being picked now. Peach' Ritas??????
I recently tried a watermelon sangria that was just okay. But I LOVE summer cocktails, too! Especially looking for one with watermelon. And this looks exceptional! : )
Can you imagine how insanely good this would be in the dead of winter as well as right now?
I love margaritas and watermelon… The weather in Arizona is calling for it!