Watermelon Mint Cooler
A refreshing summer beverage made with fresh watermelon, cooling mint, and a hint of lime, perfect for hot days and outdoor gatherings.
Ingredients
- 6 cups ripe watermelon, seedless, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp honey (or agave nectar for vegan option)
- 2 cups sparkling water, chilled
- as needed ice cubes
- 4 lime slices (for garnish)
- 4 mint sprigs (for garnish)
Instructions
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1
Add 6 cups cubed ripe watermelon, seedless to a blender and blend until smooth.
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Reserve a few fresh mint leaves leaves for garnish, then add the remainder of the 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves to the blender with the watermelon purée.
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3
Add 2 tbsp fresh lime juice and 2 tbsp honey (or agave nectar for vegan option) to the blender.
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4
Blend again until the mint is finely chopped and incorporated.
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5
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher to remove any pulp and mint fragments.
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6
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
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When ready to serve, fill glasses with as needed ice cubes.
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Pour the watermelon mixture over the ice, filling the glasses about 3/4 full.
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Top each glass with 2 cups chilled sparkling water and stir gently to combine.
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Garnish with 4 lime slices (for garnish) and 4 mint sprigs (for garnish).
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Serve immediately.