Summer in a glass doesn't get much better than this — fresh watermelon blended smooth, strained, and shaken with 100% agave tequila, bright lime juice, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Every single ingredient here is exactly what it sounds like, which is the whole point. No mystery additives, no refined sweeteners, and absolutely no industrial seed oils hiding in a pre-made cocktail mix or flavored syrup. The straining step is a small extra effort that pays off big, giving you a silky, jewel-toned drink instead of a pulpy slush. A salted rim made with fine sea salt and a fresh lime wedge keeps things classic without any of the processed shortcuts. It's the kind of cocktail that feels indulgent but is built entirely from real, whole ingredients you can actually name. Shake it up for a backyard gathering or a solo Friday night — either way, it disappears fast.
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Spread a thin layer of fine sea salt on a small flat plate. Run a lime wedge around the rim of each rocks glass, then press the rim into the salt to coat. Fill each glass with fresh ice and set aside.
Add the watermelon cubes to a blender and blend on high until completely smooth, about 20–30 seconds. Pour the watermelon purée through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup or bowl, pressing with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible; discard the solids. You should have about 1 cup of strained watermelon juice.
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