This watermelon mojito recipe combines sweet watermelon, fresh mint, and lots of lime, making it the perfect cocktail for summer!
When I was a kid, I never really understood why my parents and the other adults in my life loved summer so much. I mean, I loved summer because there was no school (clearly the best thing ever!) But why did they like it, when they still had to go to work? And now that I’m an adult, I think I know. Alcohol.
Because at no other time during the year would it be appropriate to be drinking a fruity, ice-y, tropical, or creamy alcoholic concoction on a random Tuesday night! You don’t even need the “it’s 5 o’clock somewhere” excuse. You can just say “it’s 1000 degrees today,” and you’re good to go!
So in honor of summer, today I’m sharing one of my absolute favorite cocktails, a watermelon mojito. This cocktail is a riff on one I had at a restaurant. I loved it so much I came home and tried to re-create it. It is summer in a glass.
It’s got watermelon, the most summery of summer fruits. Tons of fresh mint (that’s the mojito part). And a lot of fresh lime juice to brighten it up. It’s perfectly delicious on a hot summer night, something I’ve been experiencing lately as we’re in the middle of more than a week of 100 degree days. In fact, that gives me an excuse to make these again tonight, right? 😉
And just to make it extra yummy, I used my favorite monogram glasses! Mine are sold out, but I found a few very similar options below.
It’s confession time though, and for someone who loves summer, it’s surprising. I hate watermelon. I mean, I really don’t like it. Don’t ever eat it. Even in summer. But I do drink it.
I hate cucumbers, too, but those are also good in cocktails (Apparently, I’ll eat anything when combined with alcohol, lol!)
I used a mortar and pestle to muddle the mint. If you don’t already have this work horse in your kitchen, you definitely need it! It’s perfect for making this cocktail, of course, but it’s also great for crushing peppercorns or spices, as well.
One piece of equipment you do need is either a food processor or a blender. You want to make sure the watermelon is thoroughly pulverized so it creates a smooth drink.
Watermelon Mojitos
This watermelon mojito is the perfect summer cocktail! Full of watermelon, with a bright kick from the mint, it's literally summer-in-a-glass!
Ingredients
- roughly 10 sprigs of fresh mint, 30-40 leaves
- 6 large slices of watermelon
- 9 ounces of rum
- 1/2 cup simple syrup*
- juice of 3 limes
- watermelon spears and sprigs of mint for garnishing
Instructions
1. Chop the watermelon into large chunks, and remove any large seeds and the rind.
2. Puree the fruit in a food processor until smooth.
3. Use a mortar and pestle to mash your mint leaves.
4. Combine the mashed mint, rum, simple syrup, 2 cups of the pureed watermelon, and the lime juice and stir to combine.
5. Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour mojito mixture over. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a spear of watermelon in each glass. Enjoy!
*To make simple syrup, put equal parts sugar and water into a small saucepan and boil until the sugar dissolves (I usually do one cup of each so that I have some leftover). Cool before using.
Notes
Simple syrup stays fresh in the refrigerator for one month and it's great for cocktails, iced tea, smoothies, and other summer drinks.
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Happy Summer!
Sheila
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I hope you’ll try my watermelon mojito – and let me know what you think!
And be sure to visit my friends and get some more ideas for fun cocktails and summer drinks below!
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Amy says
How many servings does this make? Trying to plan. Thank you!
Sheila says
Hi Amy! This makes 5-6 cocktails depending on the size of your glasses (it’s on the recipe -top left). Hope that helps!
Enjoy!
Amy says
Thank you! Sorry I missed that detail 🙂
Sheila says
No worries! Hope you enjoy it!
Runningonempty says
Very funny post, haha. Eat your vegetables! 😉
Sheila says
haha, I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Thanks so much for stopping by:)
Sheila
Shirley @Housepitality Designs says
I LOVE Watermelon Mojitos…well any Mojitos for that matter and yes the perfect summer cocktail! Have a great week!
Sheila says
Aren’t they SO good?!! Perfect for summer! Thanks so much Shirley, and happy weekend to you:)
Sheila
xo
Merichelle says
Hahaha omg Sheila you’re so right!! This is why we adults love summer! This sounds soo yum, I love watermelon in drinks too!
Sheila says
Haha! I know – so true, right?! Glad you liked it Merichelle!
Happy Summer to you!
Sheila
xo
Kirsten says
Watermelon with anything sounds so yummy!its my favorite!i can’t wait to try these!
Sheila says
If it’s your favorite, you are going to love these Kirsten!
So fun hopping with you:)
Sheila
xo
Kelly says
Oh you make that watermelon look SO good! I can’t wait to try this! Thanks for sharing and joining me on this fun summer hop!
Sheila says
Thank you Kelly! So happy I got to be a part of it!
Sheila
xo
Desiree says
These are so pretty and sound delicious! I love mojitos & watermelon!
Sheila says
They definitely are! So if you love watermelon, you’re sure to love these:)
Thanks for stopping by Desiree!
Sheila
debra@5th and State says
love this Sheila! just in time for the weekend
xo
Debra
Sheila says
Yay! Thanks Debra – hope you’ll try it!
Sheila
xo