Watermelon Mint Mojito: 7 Summertime Sips
A delightful watermelon mint mojito, perfect for summer. This refreshing cocktail combines the sweetness of fresh watermelon with the cool zest of mint and lime, all balanced with white rum. It’s an easy-to-make, vibrant drink that captures the essence of summer in a glass.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Muddling, Shaking, Straining
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Splash of soda water (optional)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Muddle the watermelon and mint leaves gently in a sturdy glass or cocktail shaker.
- Add the white rum, lime juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the glass or shaker with ice.
- If using a shaker, shake well until chilled. If using a glass, stir thoroughly.
- Strain the mixture into a serving glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with a splash of soda water if desired for extra fizz.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a small watermelon wedge.
Notes
- For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and increase the watermelon or soda water.
- Adjust the simple syrup based on the sweetness of your watermelon.
- Ensure your mint leaves are fresh for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: Approx. 200-250 kcal (will vary based on rum and syrup)
- Sugar: Approx. 20-30g
- Sodium: Very low, dependent on ingredients
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 20-30g
- Fiber: Approx. 1g
- Protein: Approx. 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg