Have a sultry summer with this spicy, refreshing skinny spicy watermelon margarita. This simple-to-make tequila-infused beverage is made with a few simple ingredients such as watermelon juice, lime juice, jalapeño and tequila blanco and has considerably less sugar than other cocktails.
This is the ultimate summer cocktail – light and refreshing with a touch of heat. It is easy to make and the combination of watermelon and lime juice are incredibly refreshing. This skinny spicy watermelon margarita has become my go-do summer drink and I promise it will be yours too!
What is the Difference Between a Margarita and Skinny Margarita?
A classic margarita typically includes simple syrup and orange liqueur like triple sec which adds up to a lot of extra sugar and calories. The high sugar content in some cocktails also may contribute to that unpleasant hunger-over feeling the next day. Although I don’t have scientific proof, the hydrating watermelon which is full of electrolytes helps to keep you hydrated off-setting the alcohol which is dehydrating.
Instead of a lot of heavy syrupy mixers, this watermelon margarita uses only 4 simple ingredients:
- Lime juice
- Fresh watermelon juice
- Tequila Blanco
- Jalapeño
What Ingredients Do I Need to Make a Spicy Watermelon Margarita?
- Seedless watermelon or watermelon juice – Blend 2 cups of seedless watermelon in a blender. If desired you can strain the watermelon juice but since watermelon is mostly water I find that its not necessary. Alternatively you can buy 100% pure organic watermelon juice at the store (it should have no added sugars or ingredients).
- Tequila blanco – This recipes uses silver or blanco tequila which is clear in color. The simplicity of blanco tequila makes it the perfect companion to mixed drinks and its also believed to lower the chances of a hangover. You could also use an jalapeño-infused tequila such as 21 Seeds.
- Fresh lime juice – To save time buy organic bottled lime juice (NOT sweetened).
- Jalapeño slices – Remove some of the seeds which contribute to the heat of the jalapeño.
Tips to Make a Skinny Spicy Watermelon Margarita
- Use more or less spice. I like to make this drink with a combination of both jalapeño-infused tequila and a slice or 2 of fresh jalapeño but you can make this drink without plain tequila blanco OR without any spice at all.
- Adjust based on your taste. Add more or less tequila. If you like a sweeter drink add more watermelon juice. If you prefer a less sweet drink, use a little less watermelon juice and more seltzer.
Additional Drink Recipes
- If you love a skinny margarita try this grapefruit version!
Skinny Spicy Watermelon Margarita
Enjoy a sultry summer with this spicy, refreshing skinny spicy watermelon margarita. This simple-to-make tequila-infused beverage is made with a few simple ingredients such as watermelon juice, lime juice, jalapeño and tequila blanco and has considerably less sugar than other cocktails.
Ingredients
- 1.5 – 2 ox 100% agave blanco/silver tequila (or jalapeño-infused tequila)
- 1/4 cup watermelon juice (store-bough or pureed watermelon)
- 2 tablespoons (1 oz) freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1–2 slices of jalapeño
- OPTIONAL: seltzer
- mint for garnish
Instructions
- Rub the edge of your glass with a lime. Dip the rim in a small plate of pink himalayan sea salt. Fill the glass with ice.
- Fill a cocktail shaker or mason jar with ice. Add all of the ingredients including one slide of jalapeno. Shake vigorously.
- Strain the mixture into your glass. If desired, add a splash (about 2 ounces) of seltzer. Garnish with a lime slice, mint and additional slice of jalapeño.