Watermelon Margarita Mocktail (Printer-Friendly)

A vibrant, alcohol-free drink bursting with fresh watermelon and lime flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit & Juice

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2 limes)
03 - 1/4 cup orange juice

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 tablespoons agave syrup (or to taste)

→ To Serve

05 - Ice cubes
06 - Lime wedges and watermelon slices for garnish
07 - Coarse salt or sugar for rimming (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Rim the glasses with lime juice, then dip in coarse salt or sugar if desired.
02 - In a blender, combine watermelon cubes, lime juice, orange juice, and agave syrup. Blend until very smooth.
03 - Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove pulp for a smoother consistency.
04 - Fill glasses with ice cubes. Pour the watermelon mixture evenly over the ice.
05 - Garnish with lime wedges and watermelon slices. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get all the festive vibes of a margarita night without the morning-after regret or alcohol exclusion
  • The natural sweetness from fresh watermelon means you control exactly how much sweetener goes in
02 -
  • Straining makes a surprising difference in texture, but if you prefer a thicker, more substantial drink, skip this step entirely
  • The mixture separates slightly as it sits, so give the pitcher a quick stir before pouring each glass
03 -
  • Roll your limes firmly on the counter before cutting to maximize juice extraction
  • If your watermelon is underripe, add an extra teaspoon of agave to compensate

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