Frozen Watermelon Margarita
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Frozen Watermelon Margarita
Quench your thirst with these Frozen Watermelon Margarita mocktails! Bursting with the refreshing flavors of juicy watermelon, ripe strawberries + fresh cucumber, they're the perfect way to cool down and indulge. It's pure summertime bliss! Ready in just 5 minutes. Alcoholic Option.
These Frozen Watermelon Margarita mocktails are by far one of my top mocktails this summer and I'll have it on repeat for as long as watermelon + strawberries are in season. They're so fruity, easy to make, refreshing, quick to whip together, and a fun sip experience for adults and children alike. If you're a lover of frozen drinks, then you're sure to love this Frozen Pineapple Margarita Mocktail and Frozen Peach Lime Margarita Mocktails too!
I'm a huge fan of frozen drinks—slushies and frozen concoctions were my childhood favorites. I have fond memories of visiting my local 7-Eleven for a big cup of slurpie. Ah, the good old days! Haha. This margarita is alcohol-free, but you can easily spike it for an adult twist. With its fruity + tangy flavor, this mocktail is the perfect addition to your spring + summer mocktail lineup.
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- What Is A Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktail?
- What is A Mocktail?
- How To Make Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktails
- Ingredients
- Garnish Ideas For Frozen Watermelon Margaritas
- How To Sweeten Watermelon Margarita Mocktails
- Can I Add Alcohol To These Watermelon Margaritas?
- Is This Watermelon Margarita Healthy?
- Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktail Q + A's
- More Must-Try Summer Mocktail Recipes
- MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
- Frozen Watermelon Margarita
What Is A Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktail?
A Frozen Watermelon Margarita mocktail is a non-alcoholic version of the classic cocktail. It typically includes blended watermelon, lime juice, and agave syrup for sweetness. Sometimes, it may also include other fruits like strawberries or cucumber like i have done for added flavor complexity.
This mocktail is served frozen, just like the alcoholic version, making it a refreshing and thirst-quenching treat, perfect for enjoying on hot summer days.
What is A Mocktail?
So if you're sitting here thinking, what is a mocktail? Let me explain. A mocktail is like a party in a glass, minus the hangover. It's a delicious and refreshing drink that's packed with all the flavor and complexity of a traditional cocktail but without any of alcohol.
Whether you're a designated driver, a health-conscious human, or just someone who wants to enjoy a delicious drink without the buzz, mocktails are the perfect solution.
How To Make Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktails
The most important part about this recipe is choosing ripe, seasonal fruit. If it’s local, even better! It will have the best flavor. I like to chill my watermelon and freeze my strawberries as well as cucumbers before making this mocktail too.
Simply toss all your ingredients, including those pre-frozen strawberries, into a high-powered blender and blend away! Once it's smooth, pour it into your glasses, then get creative with your favorite garnishes. It's as easy as that—sip and enjoy!
Ingredients
Here’s what you need for these watermelon margaritas:
- Frozen strawberries. You can find these in the grocery store, or slice and freeze fresh strawberries at home and then freeze them.
- Lime juice. Lemon or orange juice will also work.
- Watermelon. Choose seedless if you can!
- Agave. You could also sweeten the mocktails with honey or maple syrup if you prefer.
- Cucumber. This is what makes everything refreshing or at least plays a role.
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Garnish Ideas For Frozen Watermelon Margaritas
To put a finishing touch on your frosty mocktail here are some of my favorite garnish ideas:
- Lime wedges
- Mint leaves
- Rosemary sprigs
- A rim dipped in sugar or salt for added sweetness or savory flair.
- Fresh sliced strawberries add an extra pizazz as well!
- Edible flowers
- Watermelon wedges or chunks for an extra fruity boost.
- A slice of jalapeño for a hint of heat (if you like it spicy!).
How To Sweeten Watermelon Margarita Mocktails
I opted for agave in this recipe, but you can also sweeten your watermelon margaritas with alternatives like honey or a simple syrup. And if you're a fan of that rich, maple flavor, maple syrup works beautifully too! See the Best Healthy Sugar Alternatives + Substitutes list it's all about finding better ways to enjoy your favorite sweets without compromising your healthy lifestyle.
Can I Add Alcohol To These Watermelon Margaritas?
If you’d like to serve this as a cocktail you can add your favorite alcohol to the mixture. The best alcohol for a classic margarita is tequila, which is a slightly grassy, smoky liquor----making it perfect for fruity drinks. However, these other types of alcohols (just about 1 ounce or so) can work great with this frozen margarita flavor combo also:
- Gin
- Rum
- Vodka
Is This Watermelon Margarita Healthy?
Yes ----- This Watermelon Margarita mocktail is healthy. It doesn't contain alcohol or added sugar—just agave for sweetness. Plus, the strawberries, watermelon, and cucumber are all hydrating and nutritious ingredients!
Frozen Watermelon Margarita Mocktail Q + A's
This recipe makes two mocktails.
To make these alcohol-free drinks for a crowd, simply scale the recipe up as needed. You may need to add more liquid to help things blend in a full blender.
If you're serving these over some time, it's best to keep the pitcher in the fridge or on ice so things don't melt.
To make things more fancy, I love to add coconut flakes, sea salt or cane sugar to the rim of my glass(es). To do this, you'll simply need to wet the rims a bit with a lime wedge and then turned facing down, slightly moving it around in the sugar or salt until covered.
Yes! You can feel free to use freshly sliced strawberries in these mocktails, but you'll need to add about 2 cups or so of ice to make things more of a frozen consistency.
Once you've blended everything together, pour them into individual jars or glasses (½ pint jars work great for individual servings). Then cover them with their lids (for easier storage) and put them in the freezer, leaving them in the freezer until you're ready to serve them.
More Must-Try Summer Mocktail Recipes
If you're a mocktail lover and enjoyed this Peach Lime Margarita Mocktail recipe, you'll adore trying these next:
- Strawberry Grapefruit Mocktail
- Pineapple Coconut Basil Mocktail
- Spicy Cucumber Mocktail
- Green Goddess Mocktail
- Spicy Paloma Mocktails
- Jalapeno Lemon-Lime Mocktail
- Caramel Oat Latte Mocktail
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Frozen Watermelon Margarita
Ingredients
MOCKTAILS:
- 2 cups chopped watermelon
- 2 cups frozen strawberries (See Notes!)
- 1 cucumber, peeled + chopped (Freezing it is best!)
- ½ cup freshly-squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup Agave syrup (See Notes!)
SIMPLE SYRUP:
- 1 cup filtered water
- ¼ cup organic cane sugar
GARNISH:
- Sliced watermelon (Best if shaped in a wedge for edge of glass)
- Sliced fresh strawberries
- Fresh rosemary sprigs
Instructions
TO MAKE THE SIMPLE SYRUP:
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, add the water and sugar, stirring until sugar has dissolved completely, about 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
BLEND EVERYTHING TOGETHER:
- In a high-speed blender, add together the chopped watermelon, frozen strawberries, cucumber, cooled simple syrup, lime juice, and Agave, and blend until smooth and has a slushy consistency. Add more sweetener if needed.
- ASSEMBLY: For each drink, fill the glass with the frozen mocktail and top with watermelon wedges, sliced strawberries, and rosemary sprigs, if desired.
- Sip and Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks
- SWEETENER: Instead of Agave, you can always use honey or maple syrup.
- SERVING: To make additional mocktails, simply double or triple ingredients, depending on need.
- STRAWBERRIES: If you're using fresh strawberries, simply remove the stems and slice into desired and freeze them for 1-2 hours.
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