Refreshing Watermelon Mint Frosé Cocktail
A quick and easy summer cocktail blending frozen watermelon, dry rosé, fresh mint, lime juice, and simple syrup for a refreshing, icy treat perfect for hot days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes plus freezing time
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon chunks, frozen
- 1 ½ cups (12 fl oz) dry rosé wine, chilled
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons or 1 fl oz)
- 2 tablespoons (1 fl oz) simple syrup, adjustable to taste
- 1 cup (8 fl oz) ice cubes
- Optional: splash of club soda or sparkling water
- Optional: pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Freeze the watermelon chunks in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Prepare simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and water over medium heat; cool before use (if making homemade).
- Rinse and pat dry mint leaves; juice the lime to get about 2 tablespoons of juice.
- In a high-speed blender, combine frozen watermelon chunks, chilled rosé, simple syrup, lime juice, ice cubes, and mint leaves on top.
- Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until smooth and slushy, scraping down sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as desired; blend briefly again to mix.
- Pour into chilled glasses and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a small wedge of watermelon on the rim.
- Serve immediately for best icy texture.
Notes
Use a dry rosé to avoid overly sweet flavors. Add mint last and pulse briefly to prevent bitterness. For a bubbly finish, add club soda just before serving. Let frozen watermelon sit 5 minutes at room temperature if blender struggles. Store leftovers in freezer and stir well before serving; avoid refreezing multiple times.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 fl oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 14
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 16
- Fiber: 0.5
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