MELON MARGARITA

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Melon liqueur dramatically changes the flavor and color of a classic margarita and also makes it sweeter. If you'd like your melon margarita a little more tart, cut back on the liqueur just a tiny bit. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lime wedge
Coarse sea salt, optional
1-1/2 ounces blanco tequila
1-1/2 ounces melon liqueur
1/2 ounce freshly-squeezed lime juice
Honeydew melon balls, optional

Steps:

  • Moisten rim of 1 cocktail glass with lime wedge. If desired, sprinkle salt on a plate; dip rim in salt. Fill glass with ice. In an empty cocktail shaker, combine tequila, melon liqueur, and lime juice. Fill with ice; cover and shake until frost forms on the outside of the shaker, 15-20 seconds. Strain into prepared glass. Garnish with lime wedge and, if desired, melon balls.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.

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