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Cantaloupe Mint Margarita Cocktail Recipe

Cantaloupe Mint Margarita Cocktail Recipe
This fresh and fruity cocktail mixes sweet cantaloupe with cooling mint and tequila for a perfect summer drink. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to make and serves 2-4 people.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 2

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Jigger or measuring cup
  • Muddler
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Margarita glasses

Ingredients

  • 2 cups ripe cantaloupe cubed
  • 4 oz silver tequila
  • 2 oz triple sec
  • 2 oz fresh lime juice
  • 8-10 fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon agave nectar
  • Ice cubes
  • Salt and sugar mix for rim garnish
  • Cantaloupe balls and mint sprigs for garnish

Instructions

  • Mix equal parts salt and sugar on a small plate for the rim garnish.
  • Wet the rims of the margarita glasses with lime juice and dip in the salt-sugar mixture.
  • Place cantaloupe cubes in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Strain the puree through a fine-mesh strainer to remove pulp.
  • In a cocktail shaker, muddle mint leaves gently to release oils.
  • Add cantaloupe puree, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and agave nectar.
  • Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
  • Strain the mixture into prepared glasses filled with ice.
  • Garnish with cantaloupe balls and mint sprigs.

Notes

Store extra cantaloupe puree in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Replace agave nectar with simple syrup if needed.
For a spicier version, add a thin slice of jalapeño during muddling.
Make it non-alcoholic by replacing tequila and triple sec with sprite or club soda.
Pre-chill glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.