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    Urban Bliss Life » All Recipes » Cocktail Recipes » Melon Cocktail: Cantaloupe Margaritas

    Published: July 21, 2022 / Updated: June 27, 2023 by Marlynn Jayme Schotland · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Melon Cocktail: Cantaloupe Margaritas

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    two glasses of cantaloupe melon margarita with lime slice garnish and title text overlay.

    Fruity cantaloupe cocktails make for a refreshing, light summer drink packed with antioxidants. Perfect for your next spring or summer party! 

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    Summertime means an abundance of fresh fruit, and we are so here for it!

    Now is the time to whip up some Strawberry Watermelon Smoothies, a batch of Key Lime Cookies, and a few Blueberry Galettes.

    Melons like cantaloupe often get quieter appreciation, but we love to celebrate them in our Melon and Prosciutto Caprese Salad. And we love to make melon cocktails like this delicious melon margarita!

    🧡 Why you'll love this melon cocktail

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    These cantaloupe margaritas are unexpected, luscious treats that bring bursts of bright sunshine to your table.

    • The cantaloupe cocktails have the sweet flavors of the fruit and agave balanced by zesty lime.
    • Using summer melon elevates these cocktails from your standard issue margaritas to something truly special and satisfying!
    • They contain a cup and a quarter of cantaloupe per drink, so these are packed with antioxidants thanks to Vitamins A and C. This melon margarita also contains potassium, folate, magnesium, and more!
    • You can make these with just 5 ingredients.
    • The recipe makes two margaritas, but it's easy to double or even triple the recipe.

    🍈 Ingredient notes

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    Cantaloupe - Cantaloupe cocktails start with, of course, cantaloupe. This bright orange melon

    Tequila - You can use whatever tequila you happen to have on hand. Using reposado tequila will add some smoothness to these drinks.

    Agave - To add a little sweetness, I use a light agave nectar. This ingredient is really great to have on hand for many different types of cocktails. You can also use honey or make your own simple syrup as a substitute.

    ✅ Step-by-step instructions

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    1. In a blender, add cantaloupe, lime juice, tequila, and agave nectar and blend until smooth.
    pouring melon margarita from a blender to a glass on a marble countertop.

    2. Pour into two glasses.

    3. Garnish with fresh mint leaves or lime slice

    🍹 Cocktail FAQs

    two glasses of cantaloupe margaritas with lime slice garnish on a green and white patterned napkin.
    How do I pick a ripe cantaloupe?

    A ripe cantaloupe will have a light green line across it, and the stem end will have a slightly sweet smell.

    What can I substitute for cantaloupe?

    If you don't have a cantaloupe, you can substitute a honeydew melon, mango, or even papaya.

    What type of tequila should I use?

    You can use blanco, joven, or reposado tequila in these cantaloupe margaritas.

    Serving ideas

    Serve up these blended cantaloupe margaritas for Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day brunch, and any al fresco fiesta you have planned this spring or summer. The garnish of mint leaves (or lime slices - your choice!) add some freshness to the drink, as well as a beautiful contrasting visual appeal.

    These cantaloup cocktails especially go well when served with our Melon and Prosciutto Caprese Salad, Grilled Honey Garlic Chicken Skewers, and Grilled Lemon with Salmon and Herbs. They're also tasty to enjoy while cooling off with these refreshing Tropical Margarita Popsicles!

    🍸 Bar tools and equipment

    Ready to make this delicious cocktail recipe? Here's what you'll need:

    • Blender - Use a high-powered blender to blend the fruit.
    • Cocktail shaker - You'll need a classic cocktail shaker to mix the ingredients up.

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    Did you make this recipe? Don't forget to leave a 5-Star 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 rating in the recipe card, and if you really loved it, please leave a comment further down on the page. Thank you!

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    Melon Cocktail

    5 from 7 votes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 5 minutes mins
    Total Time: 10 minutes mins
    Recipe by Marlynn Schotland
    This melon margarita with cantaloupe is the ideal recipe for a refreshing summer cocktail!
    Servings: 2 margaritas
    Calories: 174kcal
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    Equipment

    • 1 high-powered blender

    Ingredients

    • 2½ cups cantaloupe, chopped into small pieces
    • 2 ounces tequila
    • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
    • 1 tablespoon light agave nectar
    • mint leaves or lime slices for garnish

    Instructions

    • In a blender, add cantaloupe, lime juice, tequila, and agave nectar and blend until smooth.
    • Pour into two glasses.
    • Garnish with fresh mint leaves or lime slice

    Notes

    Makes 2 margaritas. You can double or triple the recipe to make more.
    Substitutions: You can substitute honey or simple syrup for the agave nectar for a touch of sweetness.
     
    Tried this recipe?Please leave a star rating and comment! Then snap a pic of your dish and share it on social media. Tag @UrbanBlissLife and #UrbanBlissLife!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 174kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 350mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 6779IU | Vitamin C: 33mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.

    This recipe was first published on April 11, 2016. It was updated with new content, all new photos, updated recipe card, and more helpful cocktail making tips and republished on July 20, 2022.

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      1. Priya Srinivasan says

        July 21, 2022 at 12:50 pm

        5 stars
        Aww so refreshing! Wish i could make myself one now! Looks amazing!

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