Description
This Watermelon Mojito recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, perfect for a hot summer day. Made with fresh watermelon juice, lime, mint, and a splash of rum (or a non-alcoholic option), it’s a vibrant and flavorful drink that’s easy to whip up.
Ingredients
Units
Scale
For the Watermelon Juice:
- 8 large seedless watermelon cubes or 3/4 lb. – 1 lb. (about 1 – 1 1/2 cups juice)
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 ounces lime juice or juice of 1 lime (~1/4 cup)
- 1 teaspoon honey or agave nectar
- 15–20 mint leaves (~ 1/3 cup)
- 3–4 1/2 ounces white rum* (substitute sparkling water or kombucha for a mocktail version)
- sparkling water (regular or lime flavor)
- Ice
Instructions
- In a blender, add the watermelon cubes. Blend until smooth, achieving a juice consistency.
- If watermelon juice appears pulpy, pour through a mesh strainer into a mason jar or large glass. This step is optional.
- To the mason jar or glass with the watermelon juice, add the lime juice and optional sweetener. Stir to combine.
- Divide the mint leaves among 2-3 tall glasses. Muddle the mint leaves until darker in color and slightly wilted. Add a small squeeze of lime juice if needed.
- Fill each glass 3/4 full with ice. Divide the watermelon lime juice among the glasses. Add rum or sparkling water. Top with a splash of sparkling water.
- Stir and enjoy!
Notes
- To make ahead: Feel free to make the watermelon juice up to 48 hours in advance. Juice will separate, so give it a quick stir before making the drinks.
- *To make as a mocktail: Omit the rum and replace with sparkling water or kombucha, if desired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
