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Watermelon Margaritas by the Pitcher

Published: May 5, 2022 Last Updated: May 20, 2023 by Marye 1081 words. | About 6 minutes to read this article.

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Fruity, sweet, and tangy - watermelon pitcher margaritas are perfect for any summer celebration.
Pink margarita in a pitcher with a text overlay for Pinterest.

It's so easy to make this popular pitcher style cocktail! It's a good thing too, because they disappear fast!

Have a great party and -- drink responsibly. Your life is precious.

These fruity margaritas by the pitcher make entertaining for Cinco de Mayo SUPER easy! From restlesschipotle.com
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  • ❤️ Why you'll love it
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 📖 Variations
  • 💭 Things to know
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 📚 Related recipes
  • 🍽️ Serve with...
  • 📞 The last word
  • Watermelon Margaritas by the Pitcher
  • 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you'll love it

These  fruity pitcher margaritas are the best cocktail for your Cinco de Mayo and summer parties.

Since this recipe is made in big batch your time is freed up to relax with your guests!

Strawberries, watermelon, lime, and basil are blended with tequila to give make this the best Cinco de Mayo cocktail around.

This makes a lot of strawberry watermelon margaritas but be warned - they're so good you'll be tempted to drink the entire pitcher yourself.

🥫 Storage

Store, tightly covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator. If you are storing the pitcher of margaritas overnight it's best to skim the fruit out first because it breaks down and makes the cocktail cloudy.

📖 Variations

  • Make this a virgin margarita by leaving out the tequila and triple sec and using 7-up or Sprite. Be sure to add lime slices to the glasses.
  • Use peaches in place of the watermelon.
  • Add a sliced jalapeno.
  • Use citrus fruit - grapefruit, oranges, lemons, and limes.
  • Experiment with fresh herbs. Adding a sprig of rosemary really adds a punch to drinks. Be careful, though. You can easily over-do it.
  • Don't be afraid to use a little more or a little less simple syrup depending on your tastes.
  • This is the best margarita pitcher recipe for 4th of July because you can cut the watermelon into star shapes!
Cut watermelon with a cookie cutter to make these margaritas stand out. From restlesschipotle.com

💭 Things to know

Expert Tip: If you make this pitcher of margaritas more than a couple of hours ahead of time the color of the fruit will "bleed" into the drink and make it a little cloudy.

  • This cocktail it does need to be refrigerated for at least an hour for the flavors to really pop - but not more than 2 hours ahead.
  • Add a little sugar if the fruit isn't fully ripe and sweet.
  • Feel free to add sugar or salt to the rim of the glasses.
  • Sometimes I add chili powder or tajin to the rims.
  • If you don't have margarita glasses use on the rocks glasses.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

What is the ratio of margarita mix to tequila?

3-2-1 is an easy way to remember!  3 parts tequila, 2 parts a good brand of triple sec , and 1 part lime juice - you don't need a margarita mix!

How many margaritas will one bottle of tequila make?

A 750ml bottle of tequila will make 16 drinks.

Whats the secret to a good margarita?

Freshly squeezed lime juice and fresh fruit - stay away from commercial margarita mixes. Also a good brand of tequila makes all the difference.

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🥳 Make entertaining easy

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo is easy!

All you really need are some chi fruity margaritas are refreshing cocktails that are perfect for your Cinco de Mayo and summer celebrations.

  • Use bright colors. Get brightly colored paper plates, napkins, plasticware, and cups at your local party store.
  • OR... use a roll of burlap for a more country feel.
  • Use Gerbera daisies or other brightly colored flowers in terra cotta pots on the table. Cacti are another possibility for table arrangements.
  • Keep the food easy - have a burrito bar or a taco bar and let guests make their own creations.
  • Play mariachi music loud enough for everyone to hear but soft enough that guests can talk without yelling. Your neighbors will thank you!
  • A piñata is a great way to end the evening.
  • If children will be present be sure to make some non-alcoholic punch or agua fresca.
  • Mason jars tied with string are perfect to use as glasses.
  • Have an alcohol-free "margarita". Orange and pineapple juice, club soda or lemon lime soda, and sliced fresh fruit keep the party going.

📞 The last word

This sweet and tangy watermelon pitcher margarita is a crowd favorite for summer - try it at your next party!

This is an easy recipe for one of my favorite cocktails - I know you'll love it, too.

If you click on the number of servings in the recipe card you can adjust the measurements up or down for the exact number of servings you need. Don't forget that you can click on "add to collection" to save it to your own, private recipe box!

If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A pitcher of strawberry watermelon margaritas.
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Watermelon Margaritas by the Pitcher

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Fruity, sweet, and tangy - watermelon pitcher margaritas are perfect for any summer celebration.
Course Cocktail
Cuisine Mexican,Tex-Mex
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Chill: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
Servings:24 servings
Calories:189
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Pitcher

Ingredients

  • 750 ml silver tequila
  • 2 cups triple sec
  • 1 cup lime juice
  • 1 cup simple syrup
  • 1 quart strawberries, hulled and quartered
  • 1 cup small watermelon wedges, rind removed
  • 1 bunch fresh basil
  • 2 limes, sliced
  • Club soda

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Instructions

  • Mix the tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, quartered strawberries, watermelon, fresh basil leaves, and sliced lime in a pitcher.
  • Let stand for at least an hour in the refrigetator.
  • Top off the pitcher with club soda before serving.

Notes

Storage
Store, tightly covered with plastic wrap, in the refrigerator. If you are storing the pitcher of margaritas overnight it's best to skim the fruit out first because it breaks down and makes the cocktail cloudy.
Some people like to take the fruit and blend it into a puree to add to the pitcher just before serving.
Expert Tip: If you make this pitcher of margaritas more than a couple of hours ahead of time the color of the fruit will "bleed" into the drink and make it a little cloudy.
  • This cocktail it does need to be refrigerated for at least an hour for the flavors to really pop - but not more than 2 hours ahead.
  • Add a little sugar if the fruit isn't fully ripe and sweet.
  • Feel free to add sugar or salt to the rim of the glasses.
  • Sometimes I add chili powder or tajin to the rims.
  • If you don't have margarita glasses use on the rocks glasses.
 

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 11mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 66IU | Vitamin C: 28mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 1mg

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    First published May 1, 2017. Last updated May 5, 2022 for readability and editorial content.

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    Comments

    1. Lori

      June 04, 2018 at 8:22 pm

      Hi, how big is the bottle of Sauza? It looks delicious, can’t wait to make it!!

      Reply
      • Marye Audet

        June 06, 2018 at 2:26 pm

        750ml I think. Gosh I had to think about this one!

        Reply
    2. Phan Hang

      May 07, 2017 at 11:19 pm

      5 stars
      oh, Strawberries are one of my favorite fruits. instead of basil, I often add mint leaves, thanks for your combination, I can’t wait to try this out with THai basil.

      Reply
      • Marye Audet

        May 08, 2017 at 11:56 am

        Thanks! Let me know what you think.

        Reply

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