Prosecco With Watermelon Margarita Twist Cocktail Recipe
This cocktail blends bubbly Prosecco with sweet watermelon and a hit of margarita tang. I stick with basic tools, fresh stuff, and easy steps for a summer drink that’s honestly refreshing.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker: For mixing the margarita part smoothly.
- Muddler or spoon: To crush the watermelon and get that juice out.
- Jigger or measuring cups: So you don’t overdo it on anything.
- Cocktail strainer: Keeps pulp and ice out of your glass.
- Serving glasses: Champagne flutes or stemless wine glasses are both great.
- Small knife and cutting board: For prepping the watermelon and any garnishes.
- Pitcher (optional): If you’re making a batch for a crowd.
Ingredients
- 2 cups seedless watermelon cubed
- 1 oz tequila blanco or silver
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz triple sec orange liqueur
- 1 tsp simple syrup or agave nectar sweetness is up to you
- Chilled Prosecco about 4 oz per glass
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Salt for rimming the glass
- Garnishes: Small watermelon wedge lime wheel, or maybe a mint sprig
Instructions
- Put the watermelon cubes in a shaker and muddle until juicy.
- Add tequila, lime juice, triple sec, simple syrup, and toss in some ice.
- Shake well for 10-15 seconds.
- Strain into serving glasses, filling each about a third of the way.
- Top slowly with chilled Prosecco. Go easy so you don’t lose the bubbles.
- Stir gently once if you feel like it needs it.
- Garnish with a watermelon wedge or lime wheel.
Notes
I always double-check the watermelon’s super ripe—otherwise, it’s just not as good.
If I want it less sweet, I’ll skip the simple syrup and taste first. Adjusting is easy.
This works with other sparkling wines, but I genuinely think Prosecco’s bubbles are just right here.
If I’m making a pitcher, I multiply the margarita base and only add Prosecco at the last second so it stays fizzy.
Sometimes I freeze small watermelon cubes and use those as ice—keeps things cold without watering it down.