Watermelon Mint Vodka Spritz (Printable)

A cool blend of watermelon, mint, lime, and sparkling water for a bright, refreshing summer sipper.

# Components:

→ Fruit & Herbs

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 8 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

→ Liquids

04 - 1 tablespoon agave syrup
05 - 1/2 cup cold water
06 - 1 cup chilled sparkling water

→ Garnish

07 - Watermelon wedges
08 - Lime slices
09 - Fresh mint sprigs

# Method:

01 - Add watermelon cubes and mint leaves to blender and blend until smooth.
02 - Strain blended mixture through fine mesh sieve into pitcher to remove all pulp.
03 - Stir lime juice, agave syrup, and cold water into strained mixture. Mix thoroughly.
04 - Fill two tall glasses with ice cubes. Pour watermelon mixture evenly into each glass, filling approximately halfway.
05 - Top each glass with chilled sparkling water. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
06 - Garnish each glass with watermelon wedges, lime slices, and fresh mint sprigs. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, accommodating various dietary needs
  • Uses fresh, wholesome ingredients with no artificial flavors
  • Beautifully pink and visually stunning for entertaining
  • Easily scalable for parties and gatherings
  • Refreshing and hydrating, perfect for hot weather
02 -
  • Blend the watermelon in batches if your blender is small to ensure a smooth consistency
  • Press firmly on the pulp while straining to extract maximum juice
  • Make ice cubes from watermelon juice to prevent dilution as they melt
  • Add sparkling water at the last moment to preserve carbonation
  • Use lemon-flavored sparkling water for an extra citrus kick
  • Prepare a large batch of the base and store refrigerated for up to 24 hours
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