Frozen Cantaloupe Melon Margarita
Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cantaloupe cocktails, classic tequila cocktails, margarita variations, orange liqueur cocktails, summer tequila cocktails, Tequila
Servings: 1
- 1½ cups frozen cantaloupe chunks
- 0.5 oz lime juice
- 0.5 oz orange liqueur
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 0.5 oz agave nectar
- ⅓ cup ice
- Lime wedge cantaloupe balls and mint for garnish
Add frozen cantaloupe, lime juice, orange liqueur, tequila, agave nectar, and ice to a blender.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Rim your glass with lime juice and dip in Tajín or salt.
Pour into the prepared glass.
Garnish with lime wedge, cantaloupe balls and mint.
Pro Tips
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Freeze fresh cantaloupe chunks in advance—make sure they’re ripe and sweet.
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Blend in short bursts to keep the texture thick and not watery.
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Add a splash of water or juice if it’s too thick to pour.
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For a spicy version, add a pinch of chili powder or jalapeño before blending.