Watermelon Tequila Slushie
The secret ingredient that sets these refreshing slushies apart is Aperol – an Italian bitter liqueur made famous by the popular Aperol Spritz cocktail. It is sweet with just a slight bitterness, adding nuance and balance to the drink. If you don’t have it, or don’t want it, go ahead and swap it for an orange liqueur like Cointreau, Grand Marnier, or Triple Sec, which will make a more traditional margarita.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cubed watermelon (heaping cups)
- 1 cup ice
- 4 ounces (a half cup) blanco tequila
- 3 tablespoons agave syrup
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about the amount from a half lemon)
- 1 ounce (2 tablespoons) Aperol
Instructions
- Place everything in a blender. Blend until all the ice is broken down and the drink is slushy and pourable. Pour into 4 glasses and serve right away.
Notes
If you want to make a non-alcoholic version, increase the watermelon to 3 cups and double the lemon juice. You may decide to add more agave syrup if you like your drinks on the sweeter side.
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