When summer is at its peak, there’s nothing quite like Watermelon Shot to help you cool down. These pretty cocktails are perfect for a backyard BBQ, a poolside party, or just a relaxing evening on your porch.
I’ll walk you through how to make the perfect watermelon shot cocktails that are as easy to drink as they are to make.
Ingredients You’ll Need
To make these watermelon tequila shots, you’ll need just a few simple ingredients:
- Tequila: 1 oz of your favorite tequila. Silver (blanco) tequila works well for a crisp, clean taste.
- Watermelon Juice: 2 oz of fresh watermelon juice, made from blending and straining watermelon chunks.
- Watermelon Liqueur: ½ oz. This adds an extra layer of watermelon flavor and a bit of sweetness.
- Watermelon & Mint: For garnish and a refreshing finish.
- Ice: To chill the shots.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prepare the Watermelon Juice:
- Start by cutting fresh watermelon into chunks and removing any seeds.
- Blend the watermelon until smooth, then strain through a fine mesh sieve to remove the pulp. This will leave you with pure, fresh watermelon juice.
Mix the Cocktail:
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 oz of tequila, 2 oz of watermelon juice, and ½ oz of watermelon liqueur.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until well chilled.
Prepare the Shot Glasses:
- You can rim the shot glasses with sugar if you like a sweet touch. Simply run a lime wedge around the rim and dip it into a plate of sugar.
- Place a small piece of watermelon and a mint leaf at the bottom of each shot glass for an extra burst of flavor.
Pour and Serve:
- Strain the chilled cocktail mixture into the prepared shot glasses.
- Garnish with a small watermelon wedge on the rim of the glass or a sprig of mint for an added touch of elegance.
Enjoy!:
- Serve immediately while the shots are still cold. These are best enjoyed fresh and icy.
Tips for the Perfect Watermelon Tequila Shots
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh watermelon juice is key to making these shots taste their best. Avoid using store-bought juice, as it may lack the vibrant flavor of fresh watermelon.
- Chill Your Ingredients: For an even colder shot, you can chill the watermelon, tequila, and watermelon liqueur before mixing.
- Balance the Sweetness: Depending on your preference, you can adjust the amount of watermelon liqueur to make the shots sweeter or more tart.
- Experiment with Garnishes: While watermelon and mint are classic garnishes, you could also try a slice of lime or a small chili pepper for a spicy kick.
The combination of tequila and watermelon is a match made in heaven, delivering a refreshing, slightly sweet, and subtly boozy experience that’s sure to please. With just a few ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a fun shot cocktail that captures the essence of summer in every sip.
Here is the recipe!
Watermelon Shot
Ingredients
- 1 oz Tequila
- 2 oz Watermelon Juice
- 1/2 Watermelon liqueur
- Watermelon & Mint
Instructions
- Take a few chunks of watermelon and add to a blender
- Pulse until they are a smooth liquid
- Pour into a shot glass
- Add the tequila and the watermelon liqueur
- Mix gently
- Garnish with extra watermelon & mint