This Watermelon Mojito cocktail recipe takes full advantage of summer’s bountiful produce. Fresh watermelon and mint and a squeeze of lime are the perfect combination for this light and refreshing drink. Use rum for a traditional mojito, or substitute tequila. For a Whole30 mocktail, omit the alcohol – it’s still delicious!

A mojito is a traditional Cuban highball consisting of five ingredients: white rum, sugar, lime juice, soda water, and mint. This version adds pureed watermelon and omits the sugar. It’s fresh, light and perfect for sipping on a summer evening as you grill steaks and enjoy a beautiful summer sunset.

Try this delightful Watermelon Mojito and let me know what you think. Be sure to tag #grownupdish or @grownup_dish on Instagram so I can share your posts. And, tell me your favorite summer drink in the comments.

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Watermelon Mojito Cocktail or Mocktail

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• Author: jzmcbride
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Yield: 2 cups 1x

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This watermelon mojito cocktail recipe takes full advantage of summer’s bountiful produce. Fresh watermelon and mint and a squeeze of lime are the perfect combination for this light and refreshing drink. Use rum for a traditional mojito, or substitute tequila. For a Whole30 mocktail, omit the alcohol – it’s still delicious!

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Ingredients

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• 1 lime, juiced
• 1 cup seedless watermelon, cubed
• 3 ounces white rum (or substitute tequila)
• 4 – 6 fresh mint leaves
• splash of soda water
• ice

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Instructions

1. In a tall glass, muddle the mint leaves and lime juice.
2. Puree watermelon in a food processor or blender, and then add to the glass.
3. Add rum/tequila and stir to combine.
4. Add ice cubes and top the glass with a splash of soda water.
5. Garnish with additional watermelon, mint leaves or lime (if desired)

Notes

For a mocktail version, omit the alcohol.

You can puree the watermelon in advance and keep in the refrigerator for a couple of days.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Category: recipe
• Method: cocktail
• Cuisine: cocktail

Keywords: mojito, watermelon, watermelon cocktail, watermelon mojito, watermelon drink