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    Home » Drinks, Smoothies & Cocktails » Watermelon Vodka Cocktail

    Watermelon Vodka Cocktail

    March 27, 2021 / by Claire Cary / Leave a Comment

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    These fresh vodka watermelon cocktails are the perfect summer drink. Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in 5 minutes!

    Pouring the watermelon cocktail into a glass from a cocktail shaker.

    Some people like to infuse their watermelon with vodka, but I like to make these simple watermelon cocktails instead!

    They’re so easy to make, refreshing and perfect for any summer occasion. They’re made with fresh watermelon, vodka, lime juice and some optional club soda, sparkling water or even sprite if you want them fizzy and extra sweet.

    Make a summer spread with these cocktails, homemade Pico de Gallo, a big pasta salad and my lemon pepper salmon. Honestly, that sounds perfect right about now.

    Up close image of the vodka cocktail with lime and watermelon wedges.

    Key ingredients

    Watermelon: I like (and recommend) using fresh watermelon that we’ll make into watermelon juice, but you are more than welcome to use store bought watermelon juice instead. The flavor of the homemade version is much richer and sweeter and super easy to make!

    Vodka: Any vodka works, I used Tito’s, but you could even use tequila and make these into watermelon margaritas!

    Lime Juice: Lemon juice also works, but I love the combination of lime and watermelon! The tang helps balance out the sweetness from the watermelon.

    Optional Sweetener: The watermelon adds plenty of sweetness on its own, but if you want more, I suggest using honey, agave or making a simple syrup with granulated sugar and water. Omitting the sweetener will make this a “skinny” cocktail.

    Overhead image of the watermelon cocktail with ice cubes.

    Instructions

    Add the cubed watermelon to a blender and blend until smooth until you get what will be our homemade watermelon puree.

    Strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer 2-3 times or until completely pulp free and smooth. Alternatively, run through a nut milk bag if you have one.

    Add the watermelon juice (you should be left with 1 cup) to a cocktail shaker with the vodka, lime juice and sweetener if using. Shake with ice.

    Pour over more ice and enjoy! Make it fizzy by topping with a splash of club soda or even sprite if you like it sweeter and with extra carbonation.

    Two glasses with the drink with lime wedges.

    FAQ’s

    Does it keep?

    This watermelon cocktail will keep in the fridge for about 2 days, but is best served fresh. If you’re going to make it ahead of time, just hold off on the ice and give it a good shake before serving since the ingredients will separate.

    Do I have to use vodka?

    While this drink calls for vodka, it’s very versatile and virtually any liquor will work, white rum, tequila etc.

    What kind of watermelon is best?

    I recommend using seedless watermelon here. Seedless watermelon does still have small white seeds, but you just want to make sure it doesn’t have the big black seeds. The watermelon puree will get strained anyway, so if you can only find seeded watermelon, don’t worry!

    Can I use bottled lime juice?

    For the best flavor, I suggest fresh squeezed lime juice! The bottled stuff will work in a pinch, but fresh is best. If you happen to have fresh mint lying around, it makes the perfect addition to this cocktail as well!

    Vodka Cocktail in a glass with ice and watermelon wedges on the side.

    Enjoy these summer treats next!

    • Blueberry Pie Bars
    • Pico de Gallo
    • Watermelon Margarita
    • Sheet Pan Salmon

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    Watermelon Vodka Cocktail

    These vodka watermelon cocktails are the perfect summer drink. Made with just a few simple ingredients and ready in 5 minutes!
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Author: Claire Cary

    Ingredients
     

    US Customary – Metric
    • 2 cups fresh watermelon (OR 1 cup watermelon juice)
    • 3 ounces vodka (about ⅓-1/2 cup)
    • 1 tbsp lime juice (about ½ lime)
    • 1 tbsp honey or agave

    Instructions

    • Add the cubed watermelon to a blender and blend until smooth.
    • Strain through a fine mesh strainer 2-3 times or until completely pulp free and smooth. Alternatively, run through a nut milk bag.
    • Add the watermelon juice (you should be left with 1 cup) to a cocktail shaker with the vodka, lime juice and sweetener if using. Shake with ice.
    • Pour over ice and enjoy! Make it fizzy by topping with a splash of club soda.

    Notes

    You can use any sweetener you like or omit entirely since the watermelon adds natural sweetness on its own.
    If you happen to have fresh mint lying around, it makes the perfect addition to this drink!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1glass | Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g
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