Description
Ina Garten’s watermelon mojitos deliver refreshing summer cocktail magic with Caribbean flair. Cool mint and sweet watermelon combine perfectly for guests craving elegant tropical relaxation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) light rum, such as Bacardi
- 3–4 thick slices fresh watermelon
- ½ cup (120 ml) simple syrup
- 6 tbsps (90 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice (3 limes)
- 30 large fresh mint leaves, coarsely torn by hand
- Sprigs of mint (for serving)
- Spears of watermelon (for serving)
Instructions
- Mint Preparation: Gently crush mint leaves using a mortar and pestle to release their aromatic essence and oils.
- Watermelon Processing: Remove rind and seeds, then puree watermelon flesh in a food processor until smooth and liquid.
- Cocktail Mixing: In a large pitcher, combine crushed mint, watermelon puree, rum, simple syrup, and fresh lime juice, stirring thoroughly to blend flavors completely.
- Ice and Serving: Fill cocktail glasses with ice, then pour the mojito mixture evenly, ensuring each glass receives an equal distribution of the vibrant liquid.
- Garnish and Presentation: Adorn each glass with a delicate mint sprig and crisp watermelon spear, creating a visually appealing and inviting tropical cocktail.
Notes
- Select Fresh Mint: Choose vibrant, fragrant mint leaves without any wilting or brown spots for maximum flavor intensity.
- Chill Ingredients: Refrigerate watermelon and lime juice beforehand to ensure an extra-cold, refreshing cocktail.
- Strain for Smoothness: Use a fine-mesh strainer to remove mint leaf fibers, creating a silky-smooth drinking experience.
- Balance Sweetness: Adjust simple syrup quantity based on watermelon’s natural sugar content to achieve perfect cocktail harmony.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg