Frozen Watermelon Margarita Friday

Some Fridays ask for a little ceremony—something cold, bright, and simple enough to let the week finally loosen its grip.

Frozen Watermelon Margarita Friday is exactly that: a glass of pink ice, the kind that looks like late afternoon light, with a wedge of watermelon and a lime perched on the rim like small reminders that summer is still here. It’s sweet without being heavy, tart in the way that wakes you up, and frosty enough to slow you down.

I like drinks like this because they feel ordinary in the best way. No fuss, no performance—just the familiar clink of ice, the first sharp sip, and the quiet pause that follows when you realize you’ve been holding your breath all week.

If you’re making one at home, think in easy ratios: watermelon for softness, lime for brightness, tequila for warmth, a little triple sec if you want it rounded, and a handful of ice to turn it all into a slush. Salt the rim if you’re in the mood for that small, perfect contrast.

Pour it, take it outside if you can, and let the evening arrive at its own pace.