Summer Watermelon Mojito
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Summer Watermelon Mojito
Description
Summer Watermelon Mojito showcases ripe watermelon juiced to produce fresh, subtly sweet watermelon juice as the main component along with white rum and fresh lime juice. It incorporates muddled mint leaves to infuse herbal aromas without overpowering the drink, using a precise balance of powdered sugar for sweetness. The recipe requires blending watermelon cubes, straining the juice for clarity, and stirring the ingredients with ice and additional lime slices and mint leaves for garnish and enhanced flavor.
The drink has a light, fruity flavor complemented by the brightness of lime and fresh mint, resulting in a lively and refreshing cold cocktail. It relies on muddling mint leaves rather than pureeing to maintain texture and aromatic oils. Serving this chilled with ice and garnishes enhances the overall experience, making it a suitable refreshment during summer days or casual gatherings.
To achieve the best results, use seedless watermelon or thoroughly remove seeds prior to juicing. Straining the watermelon juice produces a clearer and smoother base. Careful muddling of the mint releases oils without turning it into pulp, preserving fresh herbal notes. Refrigerate the combined mixture until chilled for optimal serving temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 watermelon cubed, small
- 3 oz white rum
- 3 lime juiced
- 15 mint muddles, leaves
- 15 mint fresh, leaves
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 2 cups ice
For Serving:
- ice
- mint leaves
- lime slices
Instructions
- Use fully ripe watermelon to make watermelon mojito recipe. To cut watermelon, first cut watermelon into discs.
- Remove the outer green rind. Cut watermelon into smaller square cubes.
- Use high power blender or food processor to juice watermelon cubes.
- Pulse it a couple of times to make it into juice.
- Strain the juice, pour into glass jar and refrigerate until use.
- Muddle 15-20 mint leaves. Smash it well so all natural oil and flavors of mint is released. Do not puree mint.
- Into a pitcher add powdered sugar or simple syrup, freshly squeezed lime juice and ice. Using a wooden cocktail stirrer and stir until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Next add muddled mint, lime slices, watermelon juice, white rum. For extra flavors add more fresh mint leaves, slices of lime, few frozen cubes of watermelon (optional).
- Stir everything together and while stirring smash mint and lime to release some of it’s fresh flavors into the mojito. Refrigerate it until ready to be served.
- Refrigerate it until ready to be served.
- Into mojito glasses, add few extra ice, some lime slices and pour watermelon mojito into the glasses. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon or remove seeds to ensure smooth watermelon juice.
- Muddle mint leaves gently to release oils without pulverizing them.
- Strain watermelon juice through a fine mesh for clarity and smooth texture.
- Chill the mixed mojito prior to serving to enhance refreshing qualities.
- Optional: add extra fresh mint leaves, lime slices, or frozen watermelon cubes for garnish and intensified flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 414 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 414kcal | 21% |
| Carbohydrates | 93g | 31% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1353mg | 29% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 72g | 144% |
| Vitamin A | 6745IU | 135% |
| Vitamin C | 108.2mg | 120% |
| Calcium | 114mg | 11% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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