Melon Margarita Cocktail Recipe
A bright, refreshing melon-meets-citrus spin on a classic margarita. Tequila, melon liqueur, and fresh lime shake up into a crisp, summer-ready cocktail with an optional salted or sugared rim.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Citrus juicer
- Strainer
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Margarita glass or tumbler
- Small plate (for rim)
- Spoon or stir stick
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver or blanco tequila reposado also works
- 1 oz melon liqueur such as Midori
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz triple sec or Cointreau or Grand Marnier
- 0.5 oz simple syrup or agave nectar
- 1 cup ice cubes for shaking
- melon balls (cantaloupe or honeydew) optional, for garnish
- lime wheel optional, for garnish
- salt or sugar for rimming glass
Instructions
- Rim the glass with lime juice, then dip in salt or sugar to coat; set aside.
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Add tequila, melon liqueur, fresh lime juice, triple sec (or Cointreau/Grand Marnier), and simple syrup (or agave).
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker feels icy cold.
- Strain into the prepared glass over fresh ice.
Notes
Blanco tequila keeps flavors crisp; reposado adds oak and spice. For a frozen version, blend ingredients with a cup of ice. Chill the glass and shaker first for a cleaner texture and colder sip.