May 16, 2023
Review RecipeWatermelon Cocktail
This watermelon cocktail is a surefire way to cool you down on a hot summer day or anytime you are looking for a sweet beverage.
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Warm weather calls for all things refreshing, including this icy watermelon cocktail. Perfect for sipping on a hot day, this drink features the delightful flavors of sweet watermelon juice, watermelon-infused vodka, and a hint of mint.
Watermelon Cocktail Ingredients
You’ll need:
- 3 cups watermelon juice (I used the all-natural Simply brand)
- 1 cup watermelon vodka (I used Smirnoff brand)
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup mint simple syrup
- 2 teaspoons grenadine syrup
- Wedges of fresh watermelon and fresh mint sprigs for garnish
For the Mint Simple Syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 sprigs (about 15 leaves) of fresh mint
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
VODKA: If you can not find watermelon-flavored vodka, then a good quality standard vodka will work in this sweet cocktail. I found many different brands of vodka make flavor-infused varieties, so your favorite brand will work great.
WATERMELON JUICE: If you can not find the bottled version of fresh watermelon juice at the grocery store, you can cube up a seedless watermelon (during watermelon season) and puree the watermelon cubes until it is a smooth juice. I suggest pouring the watermelon puree through a strainer to remove any pulp before using it to make this cocktail. Since fresh watermelon may be hard to find year-round, the bottled watermelon juice makes this an easy and refreshing cocktail to enjoy all year long.
How to Make This Watermelon Cocktail Recipe
OUR RECIPE DEVELOPER SAYS
This recipe makes four cocktails; if you want to make a smaller or larger batch, adjust the ingredients accordingly.
STEP ONE: In a 2 cup microwave-safe glass measuring cup, heat the sugar and water for 2 minutes. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved.
STEP 2: Add the fresh mint leaves and allow the simple syrup to cool completely before using it in the recipe.
PRO TIP:
You will have extra mint simple syrup leftover from this recipe. It can be stored in a sealed mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It is great to use in a number of other cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks and is great to use to sweeten iced teas as well.
STEP THREE: In a pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, watermelon vodka, fresh lime juice, mint simple syrup, and grenadine syrup. Stir until completely incorporated. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
PRO TIP:
This watermelon cocktail should be served chilled; therefore, it makes a great make-ahead cocktail for a party. If you do not want to wait for it to chill, you can serve it over ice.
STEP FOUR: Pour into a cocktail glass and garnish with small watermelon wedges and a sprig of mint.
How To Serve
These vodka watermelon cocktails are just the thing for your summer party or your next barbecue. Add our salsa and chips and our stuffed mushrooms for two great ways to keep your guests satisfied.
Looking for more fruity cocktails? Our strawberry lemonade cocktail and pineapple rum punch are two more alcoholic drink recipes to add to your bartending menu.
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Storage
IN THE FRIDGE: You can make this fantastic sweet cocktail ahead of time and keep it chilled in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
IN THE FREEZER: We don’t recommend freezing this watermelon mint cocktail. It is best made fresh.
Watermelon vodka cocktails are such a delicious choice when you need cooling down and are looking for a sweet drink any time of year. The combination of the juicy watermelon and mint creates the perfect refreshing drink and comes together quickly.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the best glass to use for this cocktail?
This summer cocktail recipe will be fine in any glasses you have on hand. We made it in a lowball glass, but a taller glass or one with a fun shape would also be a great choice.
Can I use a different flavor of vodka in this recipe?
You can substitute plain vodka for the watermelon vodka in this refreshing summer cocktail.
Can I make this watermelon juice cocktail ahead of time?
This grown-up drink is best made at least 1 hour ahead of time to give it time to chill in the fridge.
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Watermelon Cocktail
This watermelon cocktail is a surefire way to cool you down on a hot summer day or anytime you are looking for a sweet beverage.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4
Ingredients
- 3 cups watermelon juice, I used the all-natural Simply brand
- 1 cup watermelon vodka, I used Smirnoff brand
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice
- ¼ cup mint simple syrup
- 2 teaspoons grenadine syrup
- Wedges of fresh watermelon and sprigs of fresh mint, for garnish
Mint simple syrup
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 sprigs, about 15 leaves of fresh mint
Instructions
- In a 2 cup microwave-safe glass measuring cup, heat the sugar and water for 2 minutes. Stir well until the sugar is completely dissolved. Add the fresh mint leaves and allow the simple syrup to cool completely before using it in the recipe.
- In a pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, watermelon vodka, fresh lime juice, mint simple syrup, and grenadine syrup. Stir until completely incorporated. Chill for 1 hour before serving.
- Pour into a cocktail glass and garnish with small watermelon wedges and a sprig of mint.
Notes
- This recipe makes four cocktails; if you want to make a smaller or larger batch, adjust the ingredients accordingly.
- You will have extra mint simple syrup leftover from this recipe. It can be stored in a sealed mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. It is great to use in a number of other cocktails or non-alcoholic drinks and is great to use to sweeten iced teas as well.
- This watermelon cocktail should be served chilled; therefore, it makes a great make-ahead cocktail for a party. If you do not want to wait for it to chill, you can serve it over ice.
Nutrition
Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 62g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 7mg | Potassium: 167mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 799IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments
Sarah says
Delicious and refreshing!!!
Linda says
This looks yummy!