Watermelon Vodka Cocktail
Vodka Watermelon Cocktails are the perfect summer drink, and this recipe is ready for your next party! Tangy lime juice helps balance the sweet summer watermelon for the best flavor you could ask for from a summer cocktail.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 337kcal
Ingredients
For a Crowd
- 8 cups watermelon chunks
- 3 cups water
- Juice of 3 limes
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups vodka
- 12 ounces club soda ginger beer, or lemon-lime soda
- Ice for serving
Instructions
- Place the watermelon, water, lime juice, and sugar (if using), into the blender. Blend on medium-high speed until smooth.
- Place a fine mesh sieve over a pitcher and pour the watermelon puree through the strainer into the pitcher with ice.
- Stir the vodka into the watermelon juice, then top with the soda water. Stir again.
- Serve cold and garnish cocktails with fresh mint, a watermelon slice, and lime slices.
Notes
Watermelon Cocktails for Two
Use 1 cup watermelon chunks, ½ cup water, the juice of 1 lime, 3 ounces of vodka, and 6 ounces of soda.Pro Tips
Use a good, ripe watermelon. If you find that the watermelon isn't as sweet as you'd like, make a simple syrup!- Use a good quality vodka. A high-quality vodka will have a smooth, clean flavor that will not overpower the watermelon flavor.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. Watermelon pairs well with a variety of different fruits and flavors, so feel free to add your own twist to the classic watermelon vodka cocktail.
Storage and Reheating
This cocktail will keep for a day in the fridge, so make it a day ahead without the soda, and stir to combine the ingredients before topping with the soda and serving over ice cubes. Perfect for summer parties!Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 33mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 49g