Nothing signals the arrival of summer more than a fresh watermelon – unless it's a margarita! This combination creates a refreshing summer drink that makes any outdoor gathering extra special.
![margarita pitcher and glasses](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/261d7c20-c00e-4db1-af8e-427fcd402110.jpg)
Things You'll Need
2 cups watermelon juice
1 cup tequila
1/4 cup orange liqueur
2 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup lime juice
Step 1: Juice the Watermelon
Place watermelon chunks into a blender or food processor.
![watermelon in blender](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/0191b476-4b7c-497f-8f95-1f5e99ceabc0.jpg)
Run the blender until the chunks are liquified.
![blending](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/c70a993a-bd12-4b83-aa66-2bd0996c4f18.jpg)
![blending closeup](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/84a9cd61-33a4-401e-a5d5-816c4bb64387.jpg)
Pour the fluid through a strainer and catch the juice in a bowl.
![strain the liquid](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/69b81c53-3f0c-4635-9a96-4350a0fe3519.jpg)
Press the pulp against the strainer to get all the juice. Discard the remaining pulp. Repeat until you have 2 cups of fresh watermelon juice.
![press the pulp against the strainer](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/5c27c076-7647-46c9-878b-2c9783166db8.jpg)
Step 2: Juice the Limes
Press and roll limes against a cutting board to release the juice. Cut the limes in half and twist on a juicer to collect the juice. Repeat until you have 1/4 cup of fresh lime juice.
![juice the limes](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/07a4ebcb-598b-47b9-919e-0b2a96d5b5ce.jpg)
Step 3: Mix the Ingredients
Return 2 cups of watermelon juice to the blender or food processor. Add the tequila, sugar, lime juice and orange liqueur to the blender. Process for about 30 seconds.
![return juice to blender](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/74091325-541f-4bf4-ad6e-816e364554c1.jpg)
![measure orange liqueur](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/446dff73-b527-4586-aafc-633ac637b593.jpg)
![blend ingredients](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/7a1f7954-463b-4415-ad56-4b844c6bbe63.jpg)
Step 4: Sugar Rims
Rub a piece of lime against the rim of serving glasses. Dip the rims in sugar to frost the brim of the glass.
![rub limes on glass rim](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/0657e0e5-53a4-4acd-a7ff-d5b9eda12996.jpg)
Step 5: Enjoy!
Add ice, garnish with a slice of lime, and pour the margarita.
![pour margarita](https://img.ehowcdn.com/375/ppds/48216b88-b5b3-424a-8181-5354478fe6a6.jpg)
Tip
Freeze extra chunks of watermelon to use as ice cubes or freeze the juice mixture for a frozen margarita version.
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