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Watermelon Mojito
Give this classic rum cocktail a sweet watermelon spin with our watermelon mojito cocktail recipe, bubbly and fresh with summery watermelon and mint.
Time to make: 10 minutesServes: 1
A rum mojito is a classic response to hot weather days, but the addition of seasonal watermelon provides rounded sweetness and extra juiciness. Zacapa No. 23 Rum provides a robust, spiced base. Pro tip: Muddle the mint rather than tear it to seamlessly release the aroma without bitterness. Top the beverage with fizzy club soda to add bubbles, but don’t overdo it — watermelon already adds a bit of dilution on its own. Though this drink would typically be served in a highball or Collins glass, a large coupe adds a festive, photo-worthy feel.
Ingredients
- 1.5 oz. Zacapa No. 23 Rum
- 0.75 oz. Simple Syrup
- 0.75 oz. Lime Juice
- 6 Watermelon Cubes
- 5-10 Mint Leaves
- Club Soda, to Top Off
Directions
- Cut watermelon into one-inch cubes, remove seeds and set aside.
- Combine rum, simple syrup, lime juice, watermelon cubes and several mint leaves in a cocktail shaker.
- Muddle ingredients until watermelon is mostly liquid.
- Pour mixture into a large coupe or a highball/Collins glass filled with ice.
- Top with club soda and garnish with mint sprigs.
In this recipe
Simple Syrup
Ingredients
- 8 oz. Granulated Sugar
- 8 oz. Water
Directions
- In a medium size pot, heat the sugar and water for 15-20 minutes on a low simmer until the sugar is dissolved, stirring occasionally to prevent caking.
- Once sugar is dissolved, remove from heat.
- Pour into a container for storage, and label, date and refrigerate for later use. Good for 3 months. Yields 14 oz. of simple syrup.