Watermelon Basil Margarita Recipe

5 from 1 vote

Refreshing, herbal, and unexpected, this Watermelon Basil Margarita blends sweet watermelon, basil, lime, and tequila for a bright summer sip.

Prep Time2

Make Time2

Total Time4

Course: 5-Ingredient Recipe, 60 Minutes or Less, Cocktails

Cuisine: American

Keyword: 5-Ingredient Recipes, 60-Minutes or Less, Cocktails, Margarita, Tequila, Watermelon

Servings:

Calories: 47kcal

Author: Eva Filer

If rimming your glass, rub some lime juice along the edge of the glass and dip in salt.
Add basil leaves to a cocktail shaker and muddle about 5 times to release the basil oils.
Fill cocktail shaker about halfway with ice and then pour in tequila, watermelon juice, and margarita mix. If adding simple syrup, pour that in too.
Shake until chilled, then strain in glass of ice.

Muddle lightly. Basil is delicate — muddling just 4–5 times is enough to release flavor without bitterness.
Whenever possible, blend and strain fresh watermelon for the best flavor.
Some watermelon is super sweet and won’t need any simple syrup, always taste first; store-bought will give additional sweetness too.
Pop your serving glasses in the freezer while you prep to keep things extra refreshing.