I was thinking about how I hang out in the kitchen at midnight. Not for a fancy dinner, but just sorting through the strangest cravings. Something about that quiet hour makes me crave tiny surprises. Last weekend, I chopped up some watermelon and bagged it for later, but then I remembered how summer nights taste like salt and lime. So I grabbed some tequila I’d hidden, and it hit me—this is the drink I want. It’s not about fancy or trendy. It’s about the smell of ripe watermelon when you cut into it, the way it feels cold and sticky against your fingers, the tiny burst of sweetness paired with the sharp citrus punch. It’s messy and honest, like a secret I keep from the world but keep flashing in my mind at 2 a.m. Maybe it’s just the season we need—something bright, simple, no fuss.
Watermelon Lime Tequila
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Use a knife and cutting board to remove the rind from the watermelon and cut it into roughly 1-inch cubes, then transfer the cubes to the blender.4 cups watermelon, cubed
- Add fresh lime juice and tequila to the blender with the watermelon cubes. If desired, include a teaspoon of honey or simple syrup for added sweetness.4 cups watermelon, cubed
- Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and slightly pulpy, about 30 seconds. You should see bright pink liquid with small chunks of watermelon pulp.
- If you prefer a smoother drink, pass the mixture through a fine strainer into a pitcher to remove excess pulp, pressing gently to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Pour the chilled watermelon mixture into glasses, filling them about three-quarters full. Serve immediately, garnished with a small lime wedge or a mint sprig if desired.
Notes
I guess I keep coming back to these little moments. Sometimes real comfort is just watermelon, a splash of lime, and a splash of good tequila. No fuss, no fussiness. Just a quick reminder that sometimes, the simplest things are what you carry with you all night.
