Watermelon Mint Vodka Spritz (Printable Version)

Juicy watermelon and fresh mint blended with lime and sparkling water for a cool summer drink.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit & Herbs

01 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 8 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
03 - 1 lime, juiced (about 2 tablespoons)

→ 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

# How-To Steps:

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

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes, no fancy equipment or technique required.
  • The natural sweetness of watermelon means you're not drowning in sugar like most summer drinks.
  • It tastes like someone who actually cares about flavor made it, not a packet mixed with water.
02 -
  • Straining is not optional—it's the difference between a smooth, elegant drink and something that feels pulpy and unfinished on your tongue.
  • Don't add the sparkling water until the moment you serve; it goes flat fast, and flat fizz defeats the whole purpose.
03 -
  • Freeze watermelon cubes ahead of time so you can skip the ice step and the drink stays cold without getting watered down as the ice melts.
  • If you're serving a crowd, make the base mixture in advance and just add sparkling water and ice when people arrive—it keeps for a couple of hours, covered, in the fridge.
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