Watermelon Mojito Recipe
I made this watermelon mojito last weekend, and I can’t stop raving about it. Fresh, fruity, and incredibly refreshing, this summer cocktail has become my go-to drink for unwinding.
Ingredients
- 2 watermelon chunks seeds removed
- Juice of 1 lime
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- Handful of mint leaves plus more for garnish
- 2 ounces white rum
- Ice
- Ginger ale chilled, for topping
Instructions
- Start by taking your mixing glass and dropping in the watermelon chunks. Add the fresh lime juice and sugar for a sweet, citrusy base. Use a muddler to press and mash everything together. This step releases that sweet watermelon juice and blends the flavors. Don't skimp on the muddling; this is where the magic happens!
- Once your watermelon and lime mixture is muddled to perfection, toss in a handful of fresh mint leaves. Gently stir (or muddle lightly, if preferred) to release the aromatic oils of the mint without over-crushing it. The gentle minty aroma will elevate your mojito to the next level.
- Measure out 2 ounces of white rum using your jigger and pour it into the glass. The rum adds a smooth and boozy kick, which pairs beautifully with the fruity sweetness of the watermelon.
- Grab some ice cubes and fill your glass to the top. Then, finish it all off by topping with chilled ginger ale. The ginger ale adds that fizzy, slightly spicy twist, making your mojito extra refreshing.
- To give your drink that picture-perfect finish, garnish it with a few sprigs of fresh mint. Serve it immediately with a stirrer or straw to mix all the flavors in every sip.
Notes
- Use very ripe watermelon: The riper the fruit, the sweeter and more flavorful your mojito will be.
- Double the lime for extra zing: If you’re someone who loves a tangy edge like me, adding another splash of lime juice works wonders!
- Don’t over-muddle the mint leaves: Crushing the mint too much can make it taste bitter. A gentle stir after muddling is all it needs.
- Experiment with sodas: If you’re not a fan of ginger ale, feel free to swap it with club soda or a lemon-lime soda like Sprite for a slightly different twist.
- Clone it without the booze: Skip the rum to make a kid-friendly and non-alcoholic version of this drink. It’s still just as refreshing!
- Serve it icy cold: Mojitos are best enjoyed frosty. I pop my ginger ale in the freezer for 10 minutes before making the drink for an extra chill.