Watermelon Cocktail – Treat

Ingredients

• 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
• 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/2 cup vodka
• 1/4 cup triple sec or orange liqueur
• 1/4 cup club soda
• Ice, for serving
• Watermelon wedges and small lime slices, for garnish

Instructions

1. In a blender, puree the watermelon until smooth.
2. Strain the puree through a fine mesh strainer, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard solids.
3. In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, lime juice, and honey.
4. Stir until honey is dissolved.
5. Add vodka and triple sec and stir to combine.
6. Just before serving, add club soda and stir gently.
7. Fill glasses with ice and pour cocktail over.
8. Garnish with watermelon wedges and lime slices.
9. Enjoy!

Verdict

This Watermelon Cocktail is the perfect refreshing treat for a hot summer day. The sweetness of the watermelon and honey is balanced perfectly with the zing of lime juice and the kick of vodka and triple sec. The addition of club soda makes it fizzy and adds just the right amount of bubbles. Garnishing it with watermelon wedges and lime slices makes it extra pretty. This cocktail is perfect for sipping on your porch or by the pool with friends.

Serving suggestions

Serve this cocktail in a tall glass over ice with watermelon wedges and small lime slices. It pairs perfectly with grilled meats and seafood, and light summer salads. For a non-alcoholic version, skip the vodka and triple sec and replace with lemon-lime soda or sparkling water for extra fizz.