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[1] Watermelon puree makes the Margarita even more refreshing (photo © Peligroso Tequila).
[2] While there is an official Margarita glass, use whatever you have. Here’s an idea from a caterer (photo © Elegant Affairs Caterers).
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It’s time to chill. And it’s easy chill with a summery Margarita, made summery by blending the basics with watermelon.
Here’s an easy blender recipe.
RECIPE: WATERMELON MARGARITA
Ingredients For 4 Standard Or 2 Large Drinks
2 cups (16 ounces) of seeded watermelon
6 ounces tequila
3 ounces triple sec, Cointreau or other orange liqueur
Juice of 1/2 lime
Crushed ice
Optional garnishes: basil or mint leaf, lime wedge or wheel, watermelon wedge,
Salt for sum: sea salt or kosher salt
Preparation
1. PUREE the watermelon in a blender. Add the tequila, triple sec and lime juice.
2. MOISTEN the rims of the glasses with a lime wedge and dip and twist in a saucer of salt.
3. ADD ice as desired, pour in the drink, garnish as desired and serve.
WHO WAS MARGARITA?
Check out the history of the Margarita, one of the most popular cocktails in history.
How about:
A Deconstructed Margarita
Margarita Cupcakes
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