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Fresh Watermelon Margaritas
[Photograph: Robyn Lee]
To get the watermelon flavor to really come through in this thirst-quencher, you'll whir an ample amount of ripe cubed melon (seedless is best) in a blender with a little kosher salt. Be sure to strain through a fine-mesh sieve to avoid any pulp in the drink.
Note: To double recipe, work in two separate batches in the blender and strainer.
About This Recipe
| Yield: | makes 3 margaritas |
| Active time: | 10 minutes |
| Total time: | 10 minutes |
| Special equipment: | blender, fine-mesh strainer |
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups seedless watermelon cut into rough 1 1/2-inch cubes (about 1 1/2 pounds cubed fruit)
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 ounces (6 tablespoons) fresh juice from 5 to 6 limes
- 1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) St. Germain Elderflower liqueur
- 6 ounces (3/4 cup) silver tequila (100 agave)
Procedures
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1
Add watermelon, salt, lime juice, St. Germain, and tequila to a blender. Puree until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, using the bottom of a ladle or a rubber spatula to press liquid through strainer.
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2
Mixture can be served immediately or sealed and chilled for up to five hours in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, fill three serving glasses with ice, re-stir mixture, and and divide evenly between glasses. Serve immediately.
