Refreshing Vodka Watermelon Punch
A quick and easy summer punch combining fresh watermelon, vodka, lime juice, simple syrup, and sparkling water for a refreshing crowd-pleaser perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups fresh watermelon, cubed (seedless or seeds removed)
- 1 ½ cups vodka (360 ml)
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (120 ml)
- ¼ cup simple syrup (60 ml), adjust to taste
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water (480 ml)
- A handful of fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Rinse and cube about 6 cups (around 900 grams) of fresh watermelon, removing seeds if needed.
- Place the watermelon cubes into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth, yielding roughly 3 cups (720 ml) of watermelon juice. Optionally strain for a clearer punch.
- In a large punch bowl or pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, 1 ½ cups (360 ml) vodka, and ½ cup (120 ml) freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir gently to blend flavors.
- Add ¼ cup (60 ml) simple syrup to balance tartness. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
- Just before serving, add 2 cups (480 ml) chilled sparkling water and a handful of torn fresh mint leaves. Add ice cubes to keep the punch cold and stir gently.
Notes
If watermelon is very sweet, reduce or omit simple syrup. Add sparkling water just before serving to maintain fizz. For a non-alcoholic version, omit vodka and increase sparkling water or add lemon-lime soda. Tear mint leaves gently to release oils without bitterness. Store punch base (without sparkling water and ice) in fridge up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 8 oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 120150
- Carbohydrates: 1015
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