The sweetish and unobtrusive taste of watermelon has made this berry popular for consumption not only in its pure form, but also as a base for cocktails. Watermelon cocktails can be prepared with the addition of alcohol, or in a non-alcoholic version - we will consider both recipe options in detail in the article.
Watermelon milkshake
Watermelon has not surprised anyone for a long time, which cannot be said about milkshakes with the pulp of a juicy berry. Vanilla ice cream can be replaced with coconut cream or plain cream.
Ingredients:
- watermelon;
- milk – 1 tbsp.;
- ice cream – 100 g;
- sugar - to taste.
Preparation
Peel the watermelon pulp from seeds and cut into cubes. Freeze about 3 cups of watermelon cubes and then place in a blender. Pour milk into a blender and add ice cream. Those with a sweet tooth can add sugar, honey, or syrup to the milkshake. Now all that remains is to beat the cocktail mixture in a blender and pour into glasses.
Watermelon chiller
A refreshing watermelon mint chiller perfect for a party on a hot summer day.
Ingredients:
- watermelon (chopped) – 3 tbsp.;
- lime – 1/2 pcs.;
- rum – 1/4 cup;
- mint – 1 branch.
Preparation
Place the chopped and seeded watermelon in a blender and add the juice of 1½ limes. Beat the mixture until smooth, you can add sugar to taste and rum. If you want to make non-alcoholic watermelon cocktails, then instead of rum, add sparkling water or soda to the drink.
The finished cocktail is served in a glass with ice and a sprig of mint.
Watermelon and banana cocktail
The tropical taste of a smoothie with watermelon and banana will be successfully complemented by coconut water or milk. You can add any fresh or canned fruit to your cocktail according to this recipe.
Ingredients:
- watermelon pulp – 600 g;
- bananas – 2 pcs.;
- coconut milk or cream – 220 ml.
Preparation
We clean the watermelon pulp from the seeds and put it in a blender along with bananas and coconut milk. Whisk the cocktail mixture until smooth.
A couple of spoons of vanilla ice cream will help complement the taste of the watermelon cocktail.
Watermelon sangria
Ingredients:
- watermelon (pulp) – 4 tbsp.;
- wine – 1/2 tbsp.;
- rum – 28 ml;
- "Cointreau" - 56 ml;
- sugar syrup – 56 ml;
- lime – 2 pcs.;
- mint - for decoration.
Preparation
Puree the peeled watermelon pulp in a blender and pour it into a jug. We also send wine, Cointreau liqueur and sugar syrup there, add lime juice and mix. Pour the watermelon into glasses with ice cubes and garnish the drink with mint leaves.
How to make a watermelon margarita?
Watermelon Margarita is an ideal option for a bachelorette party, as this cocktail is a traditionally feminine drink.
Ingredients:
- watermelon – 1 slice;
- agave syrup – 8 ml;
- tequila – 40 ml;
- lime juice – 20 ml.
Preparation
We pass a slice of watermelon through a juicer, and mix the resulting juice in a shaker with agave syrup or simple sugar syrup. Add tequila and lime juice to a shaker, shake thoroughly again and pour into chilled Martini glasses. Garnish the cocktail with a slice of watermelon and serve.
Watermelon Mojito
There are a huge number of options for preparing Mojito, 
one of them is a recipe using watermelon, considered the most summery and refreshing.
Having talked about watermelons, I think it’s worth talking about cocktails. Cool, fresh, slightly sweet and relaxing, watermelon cocktails, be it a punch, a mojito or, for example, a watermelon margarita, will be a hit on a hot summer evening.
I’ll show you the ones that are easy to prepare.
Watermelon daiquiri
Necessary:
50 ml white rum
250 g watermelon pulp (2 large pieces)
30 ml sugar syrup
30 ml lemon juice
100 g crushed ice
Place the chilled watermelon cubes in a shaker and crush with a muddler (pestle), pour in rum, sugar syrup, lemon juice and add ice. Beat well. Pour the cocktail through a strainer into a chilled cocktail glass. Serve immediately.
Watermelon caipirinha
50 ml Cachaça
400 g watermelon (seedless)
1 lime
2 teaspoons sugar
100 g crushed ice
Puree the watermelon in a blender and transfer the pulp to a shaker. Add sugar, Cachaça, squeeze lime juice, add ice. Shake up a cocktail. Pour through a strainer into a cocktail glass. Serve with a wedge of lime.
Watermelon cobbler
50 ml vodka
10 ml sugar syrup
100 ml sprite
1/4 lemon
175 g watermelon
200 g crushed ice
Fill a glass with watermelon pulp (about 2 tablespoons) and crush. Separately, shake a mixture of vodka, sugar syrup, lemon juice and ice in a shaker. Pour the whipped mixture into a glass, over the watermelon pulp. Add sprite on top. Serve garnished with a scoop of watermelon and a sprig of mint.
Watermelon margarita with basil
50 ml tequila
20 ml Limoncello liqueur
200 g watermelon pulp
5 basil leaves (purple)
100 g crushed ice
Fill a glass with watermelon pulp, add basil leaves and crush with a muddler. Place the pulp in a shaker, add liqueur, tequila and ice. Whisk and pour into prepared glass. Serve garnished with a basil leaf.
Watermelon physical
50 ml gin
100 ml watermelon juice
20 ml sugar syrup
1/4 lemon
100 ml soda
100 g crushed ice
How have you eaten watermelon in your life? Most, for sure, are only raw or in a cocktail. But with a little magic, you can do amazing things with watermelon: ice cream, shakes, fried and even savory dishes.
Fried watermelon sounds scary, but in fact it is juicy and crispy on the inside, with a smoky and sweet crust on the outside. Toss it with some salty Feta cheese, add some spice with lime and some fresh mint. And now you have a wonderful picnic salad!
For the appetizer salad you will need:
- 8 seedless watermelon slices (about the size of a deck of cards);
- 2 tablespoons olive oil;
- 5 teaspoons lime juice;
- 5 slices of Feta cheese (just over 100 grams);
- a handful of fresh mint leaves;
- 3 cups greens (arugula, lettuce, watercress);
- salt, pepper - to taste;
- roasted pumpkin seeds.
Heat up the grill. Dry the watermelon pieces with a paper towel and place them on the grill. Fry on one side, without turning, for 2 minutes.
Toss the greens with 2 tablespoons of lime juice, olive oil and a pinch of salt. Place greens on a large platter and top with grilled watermelon slices, browned side up. Add Feta and a few watermelon pieces. Pour the remaining lime juice over them and sprinkle a little salt (pepper to taste). All that remains is to decorate everything with mint and pumpkin seeds.
For delicious slices you will need:
- 1 chilled seedless watermelon;
- 1/2 bunch of fresh mint;
- 4 limes (from 2 - zest, from 2 - juice);
- 3/4 cup sugar.
Cut the watermelon into 4 parts and then into slices approximately 5 cm thick (see picture). Chop the mint leaves and mix in a bowl with 2 tablespoons of lime zest. Add sugar and mix everything well. Place the watermelon slices on a large flat plate and top with lime juice. Then sprinkle the pieces with the mint-lime sugar you made.
Classic watermelon in a new version: frozen pulp + mint + lime = juicy and refreshing ice cream (or in other words, sherbet). Sherbet contains virtually no sugar and can be added with a few tablespoons of rum for even greater pleasure.
For sherbet you will need:
- watermelon (about 2 kg, seeded and broken into pieces);
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon sugar;
- 3 limes (juice from them);
- 3 tablespoons white rum;
- a pinch of salt;
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon chopped mint leaves.
Watermelon pieces, sugar, lime juice and rum - put everything into a blender. And bring it to a puree state. Add mint and mix everything until it turns into small particles and is no longer visible. Afterwards, pack the mixture into an airtight container and freeze for several hours.
Having an ice cream maker makes the process much easier. If it is not there, then every hour we take the mixture out of the freezer and mix it thoroughly with a spoon or mixer as long as possible. This is to prevent ice crystals from forming in the ice cream. To completely freeze the sherbet, keep it in the freezer for 6-8 hours.
You'll be surprised how well watermelon and feta cheese go together. With each bite, the salty, sweet and at the same time invigorating notes begin to play more and more brightly. This salad is simple, but not without some creativity, as you can add other summer vegetables (except tomatoes) to it. The dish is best served with fried fish or steak.
For the salad you will need:
- 4 tablespoons red wine vinegar;
- 1 teaspoon salt;
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper;
- 1/2 cup olive oil;
- 1 small cucumber, peeled;
- 1/2 small red onion;
- 3 tomatoes, cut into pieces;
- 3 1/2 cups seedless watermelon, cut into small pieces;
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into pieces;
- 200 grams of Feta cheese, cut into cubes 1-1.5 cm in size;
- 1 cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves.
We start by preparing the dressing. To do this, mix vinegar, salt and pepper in a medium bowl. Then add olive oil and beat well. Set aside for now.
Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon if necessary. Then cut it into thin slices in the shape of a crescent. Cut the onion into thin half rings. Finally, place the cucumber, onion, tomatoes, watermelon pieces, pepper, cheese and mint in a large bowl. Add dressing. It is advisable to serve immediately.
Try this incredible shake that blends juicy watermelon with ice and milk. This is incredible! Foamy, sweet, delicate pinkish color... The milky watermelon shake is neither cloying nor heavy. The consistency is more like juice with the addition of something similar to cream.
Watermelon must be frozen first. To do this, cut it into pieces, place them on a sheet of parchment paper in one layer and place them in the freezer. This way the pieces of watermelon will not stick together, and you can take as many of them as you need. Once frozen, you can transfer them to airtight bags and store them for up to three months.
For the neck you will need:
- 3 cups frozen watermelon chunks;
- 1 glass of milk;
- 2 tablespoons sugar.
Mix all ingredients in a blender and bring to a milkshake consistency. You can add sugar to taste. Actually, it's ready!
Do you habitually quench your thirst with soda in the summer? We urge you to give up this business and drink exclusively natural homemade drinks. Since watermelon is our key figure today, we offer you an excellent recipe for cold watermelon water. There is practically no sugar in it, and it is super refreshing.
For watermelon water you will need:
- half a large watermelon (without rind, cut into large pieces);
- 4 glasses of water;
- 8 fresh mint leaves (to taste);
- juice of half a lime (about 1-1.5 tablespoons);
- 3 tablespoons of sugar or honey.
Place half the watermelon pulp and half the water in a blender and turn into a smooth puree. Then we taste the resulting mass to see if it is sweet enough. If we feel that it is not very sweet, we remember to add sugar to the next batch. Strain the liquid through a sieve into a jug or large bowl. Repeat the procedure with the remaining pieces of watermelon and water, adding mint leaves and sugar. Mix everything until smooth. Strain again. Add lime juice. Cool before serving.
Eskimo is, in a way, synonymous with childhood. And here in front of us lies a large or not very large, but undoubtedly very desirable, watermelon - can it really be turned into everyone’s favorite dessert? This is exactly what we suggest you do!
For watermelon popsicle you will need:
- about 700 grams of watermelon pulp, without peel and seeds;
- 2 tablespoons sugar;
- 4 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves;
- 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest;
- a pinch of salt.
Grind the watermelon pulp with sugar in a blender. After a little while, add mint, lemon zest, and salt.
Pour the resulting mixture into popsicle molds available on the farm. Then we put the future watermelon ice cream in the refrigerator. After an hour and a half, you can insert the sticks into the molds. Leave the watermelon popsicle in the freezer for at least 3 hours until it is thoroughly frozen.
Watermelon is delicious on its own. But why not treat yourself to a wonderful dessert? Watermelon jelly is not a standard dish. It has a delicious taste, delicate color and texture. This dessert will definitely please both adults and children.
For the jelly you will need:
- watermelon (about 3 kg with peel);
- gelatin (bag, about 20 grams);
- 1/2 cup sugar;
- 1/4 cup lemon juice;
- vegetable oil.
Cut the watermelon into large pieces and remove the peel. Place the pulp in a blender and turn it into puree. Strain the pureed watermelon through a sieve. The result should be about 3 glasses of juice.
In a small bowl, mix gelatin with 1 glass of watermelon juice. Let it brew for 3 minutes.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat the rest of the watermelon juice and add the sugar. Keep it on the fire until the sugar completely dissolves. Then add pre-prepared gelatin and lemon juice to this mixture. Remove from heat.
Pour the prepared mixture into molds previously coated with oil. Cover and refrigerate overnight. Before serving, cut the jelly into cubes and distribute into bowls.
This cocktail is delicious and very refreshing. Watermelon, like orange juice, is an excellent source of antioxidants and vitamin C. What do we do with pepper in it, you ask? It very subtly emphasizes the taste of watermelon. You shouldn't be afraid to add it to your smoothie.
For the smoothie you will need:
- 2.5 cups chopped seedless watermelon;
- 1 cup ice;
- 1/2 cup orange juice;
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Cut the watermelon into pieces, removing the seeds if possible. Place watermelon slices, orange juice, pepper and ice into a blender. Mix everything. You can add a little honey to make the drink sweeter. That's how quick and easy it is, and your smoothie is ready. Enjoy!
An excellent refreshing non-alcoholic drink with a wonderful aroma and rich hue. The main thing in it is to maintain the correct proportion of strawberries: if there are too many of them, then it will turn out to be candy, if there are too few, then the drink will not have enough sweetness. So try and experiment!
For the drink you will need:
- 4 cups diced watermelon;
- 1 cup peeled strawberries;
- juice of half a lime;
- 6 mint leaves (+ for decoration);
If you have a juicer, then in accordance with the instructions we obtain juice from watermelon, strawberries, and lime. We don't use pulp.
If we use a blender, then mix the watermelon, strawberries, and lime until smooth. Strain through a sieve, helping with a spatula.
We take glasses and put 3 mint leaves in each of them. Put ice on top. Pour the juice mixture (watermelon, strawberry and lime) into glasses and serve.
When it’s +40°C outside, you don’t want any heavy food, you want something simple, refreshing, and it must be served in a glass with a straw. It’s not hard to guess that the most popular summer product is drinks, and since watermelon season is just around the corner, let’s talk about how to make a watermelon cocktail?
The amazing combination of this fruit with many berries and fruits allows you to get delicious drinks that can be served for lunch or presented to guests at a celebration.
What kind of cocktail can you make from watermelon?
You can make a variety of different drinks from the ripe striped fruit with different colors, tastes and degrees of sweetness. Cocktails can be alcoholic, low-alcohol or non-alcoholic; spicy or with a classic sweetish taste; carbonated or prepared with freshly squeezed fruit juices. In short, the flight of fancy in this case is unlimited.
Since it is impossible to list all the recipes, we bring to your attention only a small selection of watermelon cocktails. All the recipes are actually very simple, but the taste of refreshing drinks prepared using these technologies turns out to be very unusual.
How to make a watermelon mojito
This light refreshing drink, of which there are many analogues, has long won the hearts of lovers of summer coolness. In the classic sense, a mojito is made from light rum and fragrant mint leaves, but in our recipe everything will be completely different.
The original watermelon mojito will surprise you no less than the classic one, but even children can try the drink in our version.
Ingredients
- Watermelon – 700 g of pulp (about a quarter of an average fruit);
- Lime – 2 pcs.;
- Sugar - to taste;
- Clarified apple juice – 1 tbsp.;
- Mint – 1 small bunch.
Watermelon cocktail recipe
- Remove the rind from the watermelon and remove the seeds from the pulp.
- Set aside 4-6 sprigs of fresh mint and 1 lime for a while.
- Cut the remaining mint (leaves only, no branches) into medium pieces, and squeeze the juice from the second lime.
- Beat the apple juice in a blender along with watermelon pulp, lime juice and chopped mint to obtain a homogeneous mass.
- Place the mojito glasses upside down in water (so that the edges are slightly moistened), then dip them in sugar.
- Pour the resulting drink into glasses, decorate them with mint sprigs and lime slices. Be sure to serve the mojito chilled.
You can make cocktails with watermelon in a simpler way. If the watermelon mojito option seems unattractive to you, then you should definitely like the following recipe. Preparation requires even less time and ingredients than in the previous recipe, but the result simply cannot please you.
Ingredients
- Watermelon juice – 150 ml;
- Sugar – 1 tsp;
- Mint – 4-5 leaves;
- Lemon juice – 1 tsp.
How to make a watermelon mint cocktail
- We cut out the required amount of pulp from the fruit, remove the seeds, cut it into arbitrary pieces, then rub it through a fine sieve in small portions.
- Pour the resulting juice into a jug and begin serving glasses.
- Place mint leaves on the bottom of each glass, add sugar and crush (not too hard) with the handle of a knife.
- Finally, add watermelon and lemon juice to the drink. At this point the preparation is completed - you can serve the drink to the table.
It is not necessary to decorate the glasses, but if you think the cocktail tastes better this way, then you can place 1-2 sprigs of aromatic mint on the edge of the glass.
How to make a watermelon and ginger smoothie
For lovers of spicy drinks, the recipe for a watermelon cocktail with ginger is a very good option. Ginger has a specific taste, and in certain cases it is beneficial for health, so it can be added to the drink in small quantities.
In combination with watermelon and orange juice, the taste of ginger does not seem so rich, but it still retains the original notes in the drink.
Ingredients
- Watermelon – 1 pc. medium size;
- Ginger (fresh, grated) – 1.5 cm;
- Oranges – 2 pcs.;
- Ice (crushed) - to taste.
How to make a watermelon cocktail
- Pre-cool the watermelon, then remove the peel and seeds.
- Grind the peeled pulp in a blender, then add grated ginger and freshly squeezed orange juice to it.
- Beat everything until a homogeneous mass is obtained.
Place crushed ice in glasses, pour the drink on top, garnish the glasses with orange slices and serve the cocktail with a straw for tasting.
Watermelon cocktails are very diverse, and as can be seen from the recipes above, the striped fruit can be combined with any fruit. Kiwi is considered one of the most suitable summer drinks. It makes the taste of a cool cocktail unobtrusively sour, and the color extraordinarily beautiful.
Ingredients
- Watermelon – 300 g;
- Ice - to taste;
- Kiwi – 3 pcs.
How to make a watermelon and kiwi cocktail
- Beat the watermelon pulp with ice in a blender and pour the resulting mass into a glass.
- Separately, beat the peeled kiwi in a blender, then pour the juice into a glass with watermelon and ice.
Decorate the edge of the glass with fruit slices, a sprig of mint or a piece of watermelon - it will look very impressive.
Those who are looking for something original can be offered to make the so-called watermelon cup. This delicacy belongs to French cuisine, and it is a drink consisting of fruit, wine, champagne or liqueur.
A special feature of this treat is that it will not be served in glasses or glasses, as usual, but directly in watermelons. This option is ideal for banquets, parties and other celebrations when you need to surprise with something special. Serving a delicious cocktail in watermelons will definitely not leave anyone indifferent.
Ingredients
- Watermelon (weighing 7-9 kg) – 1 pc.;
- Champagne – 750 ml;
- Orange liqueur – 100 ml;
- Sugar – 5 tbsp. l.;
- Peach – 1 pc.;
- White wine (semi-sweet or dry) – 750 ml;
- Grapes – 350 g;
- Apples – 2 pcs.
Homemade watermelon cup recipe
- Cut off the cap from the watermelon and clean it completely of pulp.
- Remove the seeds from the watermelon mass and cut it into small pieces.
- The juice that is released must be preserved as much as possible, otherwise the cocktail will not be rich enough.
- Cut pre-chilled fruits (peaches, grapes, apples) into small slices, put them in a deep bowl, cover with sugar, and finally pour in white wine.
- Place the bowl of fruit with white wine in the refrigerator for 2 hours so that they are saturated with the wine taste.
- After 2 hours, pour the contents of the bowl into the peeled watermelon, then add watermelon juice along with the chopped pulp.
- Pour champagne and orange liqueur over the products and mix everything thoroughly.
- Cover the watermelon with the previously cut “lid” and put the drink back in the refrigerator for 1-2 hours.
- We take the chilled cup out of the refrigerator, insert a straw into the watermelon and serve it to the guests. To make drinking more convenient, pour the finished drink into glasses - that’s all, you can enjoy a refreshing cocktail.
To make the drink stronger, you can add whiskey, cognac, vodka or rum. You can make a cruchon without alcohol at all; children will be especially delighted with such a cool mix. You can easily replace alcohol with mineral water or freshly squeezed fruit juice. When combining fruits in a cup, remember that they must be combined with each other.
Watermelon drinks, two cocktails from the chef
If you want to surprise your guests with tasty and unusual, but not difficult to prepare, watermelon drinks, use our chef’s recipes.
These are the TOP 5 recipes for summer drinks that we suggested you prepare. All cocktails are very easy to prepare and do not require special knowledge or effort. You can now drink your favorite cocktails as often as you want, and at the same time, without leaving home for a new portion of your favorite delicacy. Try your hand at this pleasant culinary process - and enjoy the well-deserved result.
Bon appetit!
A distinctive feature of the second half of summer is piles of huge striped berries in all markets. Fragrant juicy watermelon is one of the favorite delicacies of the inhabitants of our country. It is good not only in its natural form, but also as part of refreshing cocktails. Watermelon goes well with fruits and berries, milk, ice cream, and alcoholic drinks.
Professional bartenders share their secrets:
- When preparing a drink, rely on your own taste, add sweet or sour ingredients, spices.
- You can prepare a non-alcoholic cocktail for all family members, or add alcohol to a drink for adults.
- A delicious cocktail is made from frozen watermelon cubes. Beat them with the frozen pulp, add powdered sugar to taste.
- Remember the milkshake from your childhood, combine watermelon pulp, milk and ice cream in equal proportions, and whisk.
- You can decorate the glasses with slices of lemon, pineapple, and mint sprigs.
It is becoming increasingly popular when organizing family celebrations, corporate events, sports and recreational events. Professional bartenders will offer a huge selection of non-alcoholic and alcoholic cocktails. All kinds of drinks from familiar and exotic fruits and syrups will be prepared for your choice. We will design a cocktail area with drinks - an elegant bar counter with all the necessary equipment and fixtures. Professional bartenders will help make your holiday unforgettable. We will take care of the purchase and delivery of products.
Non-alcoholic cocktails
Watermelon cocktails are distinguished by their excellent taste, freshness and juiciness.
Milkshake
Chill all beverage ingredients in advance.
Ingredients:
- watermelon pulp – 500 g;
- raspberry or strawberry syrup – 50 ml;
- oranges – 2 pieces;
- milk – 300 ml.
Remove the seeds from the watermelon pulp, cut into small cubes, and place in glasses. Combine milk with juice and syrup, beat in a blender. Pour this mixture over the watermelon cubes and decorate the rim of the glass with thin triangular-shaped slices of watermelon.
Honey cocktail
A very simple cocktail that will appeal to both children and adults.
Ingredients:
- watermelon pulp – 1 kg;
- honey – 1–2 tablespoons;
- mineral water – 200 ml;
- lemon – ½ piece;
- sugar - to taste.
Peel the watermelon, cut into cubes, place in the freezer for 30 minutes. Squeeze the juice out of the lemon. Combine all ingredients and beat with a blender. The amount of honey and sugar can be changed at your discretion. Pour the drink into glasses and garnish with a sprig of mint.
Alcoholic drinks
A watermelon cocktail can be served as an aperitif at the beginning of a banquet or a digestif after its end.
Low alcohol cocktail with berries
Ingredients:
- watermelon pulp – 1.5 kg;
- strawberries – 300 g;
- raspberries – 200 g;
- highly carbonated mineral water – 500 ml;
- champagne (semi-dry or semi-sweet) – 2 bottles;
- fruit syrup or powdered sugar - to taste.
All products must be cooled in advance. Cut the watermelon pulp and add all the ingredients except champagne. Beat with a mixer. Pour the mixture into glasses and fill with champagne. If desired, the drink can be served in a large container and poured directly at the table.
Rum cocktail
This drink is quite strong, but easy to drink.
Ingredients:
- golden rum – 200 ml;
- watermelon pulp – 500 g;
- mint leaves - a small bunch;
- lemon (lime) – 1 piece;
- fruit syrup - 1 tablespoon.
Wash the mint, dry and chop. Place the mint in a blender and add the sliced watermelon. Squeeze the juice out of the lemon and add the syrup. Beat the mixture for a minute. Place 3-4 ice cubes in each glass and fill with cocktail.
The advantage of this drink is the variety of flavors; a cocktail with watermelon will never get boring.
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