Watermelon Martini Recipe: The Juiciest Sip of Summer
There’s nothing like the taste of ripe watermelon in the summer months, especially when it’s shaken into a gorgeous vodka martini. Whether you’re throwing a happy hour on the patio or just want a perfect refreshing drink to cool down, this fresh watermelon martini is the flavor of the season. 🍉✨
🍸 The Watermelon Martini You’ll Make All Summer
This watermelon cocktail is a light and hydrating twist on your classic vodka cocktail, using fresh fruit, a hint of orange liqueur, and simple sweetness that balances beautifully. It’s a great option for fans of fruity cocktails, with none of the sugar overload.
You’ll need:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz fresh lime juice (lemon juice works too!)
- 1 oz triple sec or Grand Marnier
- 2 oz fresh watermelon juice (from a seedless watermelon)
- ½–1 oz amount of simple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
- Optional: Garnish with a watermelon wedge, sugared rim, or a floating watermelon slice
🧊 Directions:
- Muddle your juicy watermelon and strain through a fine mesh strainer to get a smooth juice.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine all ingredients and shake until chilled.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass and garnish.
This easy cocktail is a celebration of summer in a glass—and the perfect toast to watermelon flavor at its freshest. Serve immediately and sip slow—it goes a long way.
🍉 How to Pick a Good Watermelon
Choosing the right one is half the magic. Look for a personal-sized watermelon if you’re mixing for one or grab a bigger one and store extra juice in a mason jar or airtight container in the fridge for easy pours or big batch martinis.
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