Frozen Mezcal Watermelon Margaritas

Sultry meets sweet.

Mezcal is surprisingly versatile for mixing cocktails. Among its many flavor affinities, it develops a crush every summer on fresh watermelon!

All-natural and sweetened with agave with no added sugar, these Frozen Mezcal Watermelon Margaritas are “skinny” since there’s no triple sec (or Cointreau). Not to mention they’re summer picnic friendly since mezcal pairs well with smoked meats.

Make the mixture a day ahead and throw in the blender with ice when it’s time to bring the smoke and turn down the heat with refreshing boozy beverages!

Frozen Mezcal Watermelon Margaritas will have you chilling by the pool and make a spectacle of the Fourth of July weekend.

Note: Each batch makes 4 drinks so repeat the process to make and freeze more.

Frozen Mezcal Watermelon Margaritas

Smoky mezcal meets sweet juicy watermelon. Just the sultry marg to make ahead and serve by the pool.

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups watermelon juice, method follows*
1/2 cup fresh-squeezed lime juice
1/3 cup agave nectar (light)
1 cup mezcal
2 cups ice
Watermelon wedges for garnish

Instructions

In a large pitcher, combine watermelon juice, lime juice, agave and mezcal. Stir to combine. Pour into large ice cube molds, a plastic container or a gallon Ziplock bag.

Freeze overnight.

When ready to serve, combine with ice in a Vitamix or blender. Pour into cups and garnish with wedges of watermelon.

Makes 4 drinks

*Cut seeded watermelon into chunks. Blend on high until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve, discarding pulp. Chill until ready to use.

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Frozen Watermelon Mezcal Margaritas

Sultry meets sweet.