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Watermelon Vodka Cocktail

Refreshing and fruity, this is the ultimate summery watermelon drink!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 1 cocktail

ingredients

watermelon juice
  • 2 cups chopped seedless watermelon
cocktail
  • 2 1/2 oz chilled watermelon juice
  • 2 oz vodka
  • 1/2 oz fresh lime juice about 1/2 lime
  • 1/2 tsp simple syrup
  • Garnish: watermelon wedge lime wheel, mint sprig

instructions

  • Add watermelon to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth. Drain through a fine mesh sieve. Use watermelon juice as instructed to make the cocktail below! Watermelon juice can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
  • Fill a cocktail glass with ice. Add watermelon juice, vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Garnish with watermelon wedge, lime wheel, and mint sprig.

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notes

Big Batch: To serve 6, you will need 4 cups chopped watermelon to make enough watermelon juice for the recipe. Make watermelon juice as instructed, then add to a pitcher filled halfway with ice. Pour in 1 1/2 cups vodka, 1/3 cup fresh lime juice, and 1/3 cup simple syrup. Stir to combine and serve
Cuisine: Summer
Category: Booze