watermelon mojito cocktail
Easy to make, this drink is very refreshing and so summery! It’s a delicious twist on a classic.
prep time
10 Min
cook time
method
Blend
yield
2 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut in pieces plus two wedges for garnish
- 8 large mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 4 tablespoons simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- 10 large ice cubes, divided
- 4 ounces white rum
- 2 lime wheels, for garnish
How To Make watermelon mojito cocktail
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Step 1In the jar of a blender, add watermelon and process until liquified.
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Step 2Strain the fruit through a fine sieve sitting over a large measuring cup. Pour the collected liquid into a pitcher and set aside.
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Step 3In the glass of a Boston shaker, add mint leaves, simple syrup, and lime juice. Using a muddler, lightly crush the ingredients.
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Step 4Place the metal tumbler on top, tap down to secure, and shake vigorously for 20 seconds.
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Step 5Place the strainer on top and pour the mixture into the pitcher. Add white rum and stir well.
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Step 6Pour the mix into two rock glasses or stemless wine glasses over 3 ice cubes. Garnish with a watermelon wedge, lime wheel, and mint sprig.
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Step 7To view this refreshing drink on YouTube, click on this link ➡ https://youtu.be/1vsKXvCdNvc
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