Watermelon Cosmo Punch

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Cool off this summer with a refreshing cocktail that includes fresh watermelon and mint!

Pin Image: Text Overlay, Bright pink cocktail in a tall glass with a pink and blue sstraw coming out of it, a sprig of bright green mint on top, all on a purple napkin.

Are you tired of hearing me talking about how hot it is yet?ย ย  I swear this is the hottest summer I can remember.ย ย  We’ve been pretty much drinking iced tea by the gallon but sometimes I want a cocktail in the evenings.

At this point a lot of cocktails are too warm for me.ย  I don’t want something that’s going to make my insides warm up.ย  I want a cool and refreshing drink to enjoy on the porch while the sun is setting.

I saw this Watermelon Cosmo Punch in one of my magazines and immediately tore it out.ย  There isn’t much that’s more refreshing then watermelon on a hot day so watermelon in a cocktail?ย ย  I was excited to give it a try.

I didn’t have any simple syrup made so I had to make that before getting to the cocktail.ย  To make simple syrup you simply combine equal parts of water and sugar and bring it to a boil until the sugar dissolves.ย  That’s it!

Top view of Watermelon Cosmo Punch: Frothy pink drink with a pink and blue striped straw coming out of it, bright green mint, all on a muted purple background.

After making the syrup I pureed the watermelon in a blender then mixed it with fresh lime juice, the simple syrup, and vodka.ย ย  I poured my mixture into a glass filled with ice and topped it with fresh mint.

This cocktail is so refreshing!ย  It’s sweet and tart and quenched my thirst.ย ย  They can be dangerous though as it’s hard to tell there’s any alcohol in them.ย  These are the perfect summer sipper for a hot day.

Pro Tips and Substitutions:

  • Don’t want to add alcohol?ย ย  Replace the vodka with lemon lime soda.
  • Want an even cooler drink?ย ย  Blend all of the ingredients with ice to make it a slushee.
  • Don’t have fresh lime juice on hand?ย ย  You can use lemon juice but lime really pairs better with the watermelon.
A bright pink cocktail that is frothy on the top with a pink and blue straw coming out of it and a bright green sprig on mint on top on a purple napkin.

Watermelon Cosmo Punch

Fresh watermelon mixed with fresh lime juice, simple syrup, and vodka makes for a refreshing summer cocktail.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Hezzi-D

Ingredients

  • 1/2 c. water
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 6 c. seedless watermelon
  • 3 c. vodka
  • 1 c. lime juice
  • fresh mint

Instructions

  • Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Cool completely.
  • Place the watermelon in a blender and blend until smooth.
  • In a large pitcher combine the watermelon, cooled simple syrup, lime juice, and vodka. Mix well.
  • Serve in glasses filled with ice and garnish with mint.

Notes

Recipe from Food Network Magazine (Geoffrey Zakarian)

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 20g

A bright pink cocktail that is frothy on the top with a pink and blue straw coming out of it and a bright green sprig on mint on top on a purple napkin.

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