This watermelon margarita pitcher recipe is the perfect cocktail for summertime gatherings in the backyard, by the pool, or at the beach! This refreshing cocktail is made with only 5 ingredients including delicious fresh watermelon juice and fresh pressed lime juice.

Watermelon Margarita Ingredients

Tequila: Use your favorite tequila for this recipe! My favorite brand for margaritas is Tres Agaves Blanco Tequila. It’s 100% pure agave, clean (additive-free), and has a balanced and smooth taste. It is one of the most awarded super-premium Tequilas on the market and is a solid value — a 750 ml bottle is priced around $30.
Cointreau: You can use Triple Sec if you really want to, but Cointreau is my orange liqueur preferance as it offers a more balanced, well-rounded flavor.
Lime Juice: Must be fresh. Trust me. The juice is worth the squeeze.
Watermelon Juice: Dice up a fresh, juicy watermelon, blend it in a blender, then run it through a strainer (optional). This is going to result in liquid gold — it’s so fresh and delicious.
Agave Nectar: You can also use honey or simple syrup if you prefer, but light agave nectar, or agave syrup, is a natural sweetener that really compliments the lime juice. Currently, I’m using Madhava Organic Amber Agave, a clean, simple, and organic option.

Watermelon Margarita Tips & Tools

Citrus Juicer: If you squeeze citrus often, this juicer is the most valuable gadget ever. It features a pressure-activated, auto-reversing juicing cone which is super effective at maximizing juice extraction. The pulp strainer is adjustable to your pulp preference, the parts are dishwasher safe, and the container has easy-to-read measurement markings.
Blender: Does not need to be fancy. Any blender will do.
Strainer: Make sure it’s a fine mesh strainer so it catches the seeds and any large pieces.
Pitcher: Make sure to bring a pitcher with a good lid that seals tight so you can shake your cocktail before serving!
Travel Tips: For our recent beach vacation, I prepped the watermelon juice and the lime juice in separate containers ahead of time so I could leave my blender at home.

Don’t forget to check out my Watermelon Margarita Instagram Reel too!

Yield: 8-10

Watemelon Margarita Pitcher Recipe

Ingredients

1.5 cups tequila
3/4 cup Cointreau
1 cup fresh lime juice
1 cup fresh watermelon juice
1/4 cup agave

Instructions

Mix all ingredients together and serve over ice. Garnish with a wedge of lime and/or a slice of watermelon.

Notes

INGREDIENTS

Tequila: Use your favorite tequila for this recipe! My favorite brand for margaritas is Tres Agaves Blanco Tequila. It’s 100% pure agave, clean (additive-free), and has a balanced and smooth taste. It is one of the most awarded super-premium Tequilas on the market and is a solid value — a 750 ml bottle is priced around $30.
Cointreau: You can use Triple Sec if you really want to, but Cointreau is my orange liqueur preferance as it offers a more balanced, well-rounded flavor.
Lime Juice: Must be fresh. Trust me. The juice is worth the squeeze.
Watermelon Juice: Dice up a fresh, juicy watermelon, blend it in a blender, then run it through a strainer
(optional). This is going to result in liquid gold — it’s so fresh and delicious.
Agave Nectar: You can also use honey or simple syrup if you prefer, but light agave nectar, or agave syrup, is a natural sweetener that really compliments the lime juice. Currently, I’m using Madhava Organic Amber Agave, a clean, simple, and organic option.