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A refreshing watermelon mojito served in a glass, garnished with mint leaves and ice cubes. Straws in festive colors are placed nearby, and the drink is surrounded by watermelon cubes and lime wedges.

Watermelon Mojito

Quench your thirst with a refreshing and vibrant watermelon mojito, perfect for summer sipping!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: cocktail
Cuisine: American
Calories: 249
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ½ teaspoons superfine sugar or simple syrup, see notes
  • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice freshly squeezed, not bottled
  • 6 pieces of watermelon divided, seeded, and cut into 1-inch cubes (use fresh watermelon)
  • 10 mint leaves divided (fresh mint for best flavor)
  • 3 ounces white rum use a quality rum
  • Club soda or sparkling water for topping

Method
 

  1. Place sugar and lime juice in a highball glass and stir until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Add 3 pieces of watermelon and 5 mint leaves to the glass. Muddle gently 3-4 times to release flavors.
  3. Fill the glass with ice, pour in rum, and top with a generous splash of club soda. Gently stir to combine.
  4. Garnish with the remaining watermelon cubes and mint leaves for a refreshing touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 249kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 0.1gSaturated Fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 92mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 439IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilled ingredients ensure a refreshing drink that doesn't dilute quickly. Fresh lime juice is key to bringing out the best flavor, so skip the bottled varieties. For a smoother drink, dissolve granulated sugar completely or substitute simple syrup.

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