Watermelon Mocktails

These easy watermelon mocktails with mint and lime ARE LOW SUGAR, LOW CALORIE AND OH SO REFRESHING. With a sparkling or still option, this A perfect DRINK recipe for pregnancy, kids and sobriety.

Ok, these watermelon mocktails are seriously delicious.

With a beautiful combination of fresh watermelon, mint leaves and lime juice this mocktail is perfect for hot summer days.

What a shame we are at the end of summer here. Hopefully Autumn brings some warm weather so I can continue to enjoy this healthy mocktail recipe a little longer.

The benefits of watermelon are endless. Its super hydrating, packed with nutrients and beneficial plant compounds and is naturally low in sugar – even lower than berries!

If you love it too, take a look at my other watermelon mocktail recipes.

Watermelon mocktails – why you NEED to make them

• Healthy: watermelon is naturally low in sugar, and you don’t need to add any sweetener or sugar to this drink.
• Easy: with easily accessible ingredients, anyone can make this mocktail at home.
• Versatile: need a large batch? No problem, just increase the serving sizes below and you can make this mocktail for a crowd in no time. It looks beautiful in a jug with lime slices and mint.
• They look so good: I’ve always been a huge fan of pink and green together, and this mocktail is no exception! It would be perfect for baby showers, brunch, and other special occasions.

Can I use frozen watermelon?

I would usually say a big no to frozen watermelon because the thawed result is mushy with a weird texture. But given this is being muddled/blended anyway, mushy watermelon is not a problem.

So if you can’t get fresh watermelon, frozen watermelon cubes just fine. Just be sure to let it fully thaw before muddling.

Seedless watermelon is ideal, but if you can’t find it it’s no big deal. The mixture is strained before serving.

recipe variations:

I love this mocktail because there is plenty you can do to adjust the taste or increase it’s health benefits further.

You could use your favourite kombucha instead of soda water to make a mocktail rich in beneficial probiotics. Another fantastic alternative is diet ginger ale.

To add a little kick, a splash of apple cider vinegar works nicely. It tastes delicious and also increase the health benefits.

Speaking of a adding a little kick, adding some jalapeños at the muddling stage gives this watermelon mocktail a lovely, spicy flavour.

Equipment you’ll need

Shaker or mason jar: If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, a mason jar or anything with a tight lid works well.

Muddler or wooden spoon: Before I had a muddler, I used the back end of a wooden spoon to muddle. You just need something that can press down on the ingredients to release the juice and flavour. If you can’t be bothered with muddling, use your blender!

Strainer: A normal fine mesh kitchen strainer is ideal. If you strain once and find you have lumps, simply strain again.

ingredients

Watermelon: you can use fresh or frozen watermelon for this recipe.

Fresh mint: I love using fresh mint from my garden and am lucky that it grows all year round like a weed!

Lime: personally I prefer fresh lime juice, but there are some fantastic bottled lime juices on the market too! Use whichever you prefer, or have access to.

Soda water (for the sparkling version): Any type of soda water is fine for this recipe. I have listed some variations above too.

Ice: little ice is one of my favourite things, but you can use any ice you choose. Crushed looks great, and so does regular ice blocks.

To create the lime and salt rim

The rim is certainly not a must, but it does look pretty and just adds a little something. I drink this mocktail recipe through a straw, so the rim is for aesthetics only! I had the lime peel sitting there and thought – why waste it?

I used salt, but sugar would also work just fine.

Use a fine grater to remove the rind from the lime (pro tip – do this before you juice it, its much easier!). Grate the zest onto a plate, then add the sugar or salt to it. I used the ratio 1 part zest to 2 parts salt. Mix it together with your fingers to release the lovely oils from the rind.

Using a small piece of lime, moisten the outside of the glass. I prefer thin rims, but you can make it as thick as you like. Make sure you only moisten the outside of the glass. Once the rim is moistened, gently place is upside down on the plate and turn. You might need to turn it on its side a little as you work your way around. You can always wash it off and try again if it doesn’t work the first time.

How to make watermelon mocktails

Place watermelon and lime juice in a shaker or mason jar and muddle (aka squash!) until all the juice is released from the watermelon.

Clap the mint leaves together in your hands to release the scent and add to the watermelon mixture. Add a few ice cubes, seal and shake well.

Fill a glass with lots of ice and pour the mixture over the top. Garnish with a lime wheel and mint.

I hope you enjoy making these watermelon mocktails as much as I loved creating them!