Thursday, May 3, 2012

Watermelon Margaritas


                     With Cinco de Mayo, fast approaching us. I wanted to share with you
          a little goodness to start your weekend off right and into Cinco de Mayo. All you
      need are some chips and salsa and I see a perfect fiesta happening. Enjoy my friends!

                                                               Watermelon Margaritas

         3 cups cubed watermelon
         2 limes juiced
         1 cup of Cabo Wabo tequila ( my personal favorite)
         1/4 cup triple sec
         1/2 cup sugar
         1/2 cup water
         salt or sugar for rim

        1) Heat sugar and water in pot. You are doing this to make a simple syrup.
        When the sugar is dissolved...take off of stove and let cool
        2) In the meantime juice the watermelon in a juicing machine. "If you don't
        have a juicer and blender will work fine. It will be a little thicker.
        3) Add lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and cooled simple syrup to the watermelon
        juice. Mix well.
        4) Rim your glasses in sugar or salt. Add crushed ice or ice cubes.
        5) Pour the Margarita in glass and serve.
         Note, to make it extra special add a slice of watermelon and lime to glass.


60 comments:

  1. Tiffany @ Savor HomeMay 3, 2012 at 8:16 PM

    That looks SO good!! Gorgeous photos my friend...

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  2. Marina@Picnic at MarinaMay 3, 2012 at 8:17 PM

    Why wait until Cinco De Mayo? I can have one now! :) Val, this is fantastic!

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  3. Diane SchmidtMay 3, 2012 at 8:18 PM

    Looks delicious.
    I added them to my Cinco de Mayo Pin board :)

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  4. Anna ElderMay 3, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    YUM! Those look as pretty as I bet they taste!

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  5. KrisMay 3, 2012 at 8:36 PM

    Oh la la! Cheers! Those are so pretty!!!

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  6. SueMay 3, 2012 at 8:51 PM

    Your photos are beautiful, Val! Have a great Cinco de Mayo!

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  7. LindsayMay 3, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    Can you get that cook book a rolling?? :) LOVE this. GORGEOUS presentation.

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  8. MichelleMay 3, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    That looks unbelievably yummy!

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  9. So DomesticatedMay 3, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    So pretty... they look wonderful!

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  10. UnknownMay 3, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    Oh the colors. The colors! I so would like to have one of these with you, Val - cheers!

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  11. Diamonds-x3May 3, 2012 at 10:54 PM

    Yummmiiiii <3
    Looks delicious :)

    Muahhh :*
    Selma

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  12. m_bMay 4, 2012 at 1:45 AM

    i love your garnish! watermelon is insanely cheap here so maybe i'll pick up some and make these tomorrow for my italian girls! they don't celebrate cinco de mayo so they will love it!

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  13. Gaby [The Vault Files]May 4, 2012 at 2:41 AM

    This looks so refreshing! Great photos!

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  14. Simply LKJMay 4, 2012 at 4:26 AM

    Yum! I could have used one of those yesterday after working in our backyard all day.

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  15. Dilan DilirMay 4, 2012 at 4:58 AM

    yummiiieee!! :D looks tasty!

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  16. Elle SeesMay 4, 2012 at 5:04 AM

    i've never had this...looks refreshing

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  17. ★ JASMINE ★May 4, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    not only do those bad boys look delicious but they also look pwetty!
    hehe!

    happy weekend gorgeous!
    xoxoxo

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  18. AmmieMay 4, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Cabo Wabo tequila?...I think we might be sisters. :) We love all things Cabo related. The tequila, the Cabo Wabo cantina (the Vegas one sucks FYI), the REDrocker...these might make me feel better that we're not going to be celebrating Cinco de Mayo in Cabo. Thanks for sharing!

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  19. Georgia | The Comfort of CookingMay 4, 2012 at 6:44 AM

    Love these, Val! Next time I make these (and there will definitely be a next time since I have SO much leftover melon), I'll make them on the rocks. Great post, thanks for sharing!

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  20. meganMay 4, 2012 at 7:11 AM

    two of my favorite things - tequila & watermelon! perfect summer drink!

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  21. KristinaMay 4, 2012 at 7:18 AM

    These look SOOO good! Such pretty pics too :) Margaritas are one of my faves! is it happy hour yet...??

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  22. vivMay 4, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Oh my goodness! These are perfect for this weekend!

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  23. becomingbiancaMay 4, 2012 at 7:31 AM

    These are almost too pretty to drink!

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  24. GloriaMay 4, 2012 at 8:01 AM

    Oh goodness, do you deliver? These look incredible :-)

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  25. LVMay 4, 2012 at 8:02 AM

    These look absolutely divine!

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  26. LVMay 4, 2012 at 8:07 AM

    These look absolutely divine!

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  27. UnknownMay 4, 2012 at 8:08 AM

    must make these immediately!

    xo Jackie
    ...livingaftermidnite

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  28. natasha {schue love}May 4, 2012 at 8:22 AM

    Yum!!! I want a margarita SOOOO badly!! Might need to make a faux one this weekend!! Looks delish!

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  29. EricaMay 4, 2012 at 8:32 AM

    How pretty and festive are these? Enjoy the weekend

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  30. AshleyMay 4, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    These are calling my name!!

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  31. Dining AloneMay 4, 2012 at 9:21 AM

    I totally forgot about Cinco De Mayo, this is a great reminder. Looks perfect!

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  32. Leeann @ Join the GossipMay 4, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Oh my gosh this sounds like the most perfect, refreshing drink! YUM!

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  33. Calypso In The CountryMay 4, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    I love everything with watermelon! I have to try these!
    -Shelley

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  34. SarahMay 4, 2012 at 11:15 AM

    Yum!! I want one of these bad boys now! :) Happy weekend!! xo

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  35. Rachael {all things beautiful}May 4, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    Wowza.. those look so delish! I am ready to have a cocktail in my hand.. come on 5 o'clock! If you get some time today, check out my Fab Friday Beauty Tip.. added bonus, it's a perfect DIY Mother's Day gift!

    xoxo,
    Rachael
    www.rachaelkhawkins.blogspot.com

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  36. April J HarrisMay 4, 2012 at 1:15 PM

    We made Watermelon Tequilas once...it was a wonderful evening! I must say I think your recipe is nicer than the one I used though as mine had no simple syrup in it. I think I need to give these a try :-)

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  37. Kelly { MessyDirtyHair }May 4, 2012 at 2:34 PM

    omg this looks so freaking amazing i want one right now!!! just looking at this drink makes me excited for summer!!
    xo

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  38. The Tuscan HomeMay 4, 2012 at 3:30 PM

    I want one of those RIGHT NOW!!! ;) ....it wouldn't last long! Ha! ;)

    Have a great weekend! xo ~Liz

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  39. Selma @ Crazy Little World Of MineMay 4, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Oh yes!!! Funny, we just talked about watermelon a few minutes ago. hahaha!

    have a great weekend!

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  40. JacquelineMay 4, 2012 at 4:43 PM

    So, so pretty! The color is just amazing and your image is just mouthwatering.

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  41. Valerie's KitchenMay 4, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Gorgeous, light, and SO refreshing. I'll take one!

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  42. Katie|Epicurean MomMay 4, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    I'll definitely be making these for Cinco De Mayo! So fabulous and pretty, of course! xx

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  43. UnknownMay 4, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    looks delicious and colorful :)

    xx
    Heel in Mint

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  44. courtneycarolMay 4, 2012 at 9:54 PM

    Wow these look amazing! You have definitely given me something to do tomorrow! Happy Cinco de Mayo!

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  45. Lauren at Keep It SweetMay 5, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    This drink just screams summertime and is a great way to celebrate Cinco de Mayo!

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  46. ChelseaMay 5, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    Oh, how I wish I wasn't allergic to watermelon so I could eat this!

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  47. TessaMay 5, 2012 at 9:59 PM

    I never would have thought of this combination, but it sounds so good. Wish I had some tequila in the house!

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  48. AnonymousMay 6, 2012 at 5:01 AM

    Oh dear, seriously?? Your blog can be dangerous. OH SO dangerous! :) These look fab fab fab fabuloussss!

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  49. The.Red.SeeMay 6, 2012 at 9:49 AM

    Yum this looks delicious!

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  50. betiMay 6, 2012 at 12:18 PM

    I am really craving this margarita

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  51. CandaceMay 6, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Those melonritas are some of the most beautiful and refreshing drinks that I've seen in a long time...if ever! Gorgeous, Val!

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  52. AnonymousMay 7, 2012 at 1:49 AM

    MMMM looks divine:) I thank you for sweet words on my blog.

    If you want some swdish summertime inspiration..check out my new post:)
    have a awsome week.

    LOVE Maria at inredningsvis

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  53. stephanieMay 7, 2012 at 7:26 AM

    these couldn't be any more perfect: my two favorite things in one!

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  54. Megan {Tales of an HBS Wife}May 7, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    oh my gosh, those look so yummy! I have those green striped straws and love them!

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  55. Natalie {Designer Bags and Dirty Diapers}May 7, 2012 at 12:09 PM

    Yum yum yum! I will be making this for shizzle.

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  56. UnknownMay 9, 2012 at 2:18 PM

    Seriously? I need a whole pitcher of these to myself! They're gorgeous!

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  57. Rooster BootsMay 17, 2012 at 4:36 AM

    We made these last night. You are pure genius! Not only did they TASTE like a slice of watermelon and happiness in one swallow, they are light and refreshing that so one doesn't get bogged down and unable to enjoy a nice meal after drinking them. Looking forward to trying more of your cocktails and other delights! Thank you for sharing.

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  58. sally @ sallys baking addictionMay 17, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    OMG. Is it bad I'm now craving tequila at 2:40pm on a Thursday? Watermelon is my fave fruit. :)

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  59. Carol | a cup of mascarponeMay 4, 2013 at 4:53 AM

    Yes, please...and keep them coming! Lovely, Val...as always!!!

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  60. AnonymousJune 7, 2013 at 5:32 PM

    Geeeeeeeeeeeezzzz. My taste buds are going craving this!! A must try!!

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