Description
The Watermelon Mint Summer Mocktail is a burst of flavor, bringing together the sweet juiciness of watermelon with the cooling essence of fresh mint. It’s perfect for summer gatherings and family-friendly!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups watermelon, cut into chunks
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Sparkling water (optional)
- Honey or sugar (to taste)
Instructions
- Cut the watermelon into chunks and remove the seeds.
- In a blender, add the watermelon chunks and blend until it becomes a smooth puree.
- If you prefer a smoother drink, strain the watermelon puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove pulp.
- Take a handful of fresh mint leaves and add them to the watermelon juice. Blend again to infuse the mint flavor.
- Squeeze in the juice of one lime and blend briefly to combine.
- Sample your mocktail and adjust sweetness with honey or sugar if necessary.
- Refrigerate your mocktail for about 30 minutes to chill before serving.
- Pour over ice in your favorite glasses. Top with sparkling water and garnish with mint leaves and watermelon slices.
- Sip and enjoy your refreshing watermelon mint summer mocktail!
Notes
Use ripe watermelon for the best flavor. Chill the mocktail before serving for optimal refreshment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 0.5
Keywords: mocktail, watermelon, summer drink, refreshing, mint