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Watermelon Mojito Mocktail Recipe

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This refreshing Watermelon Mojito Mocktail blends fresh watermelon, zesty lime juice, and fragrant mint leaves to create a perfectly balanced non-alcoholic cocktail. Sweetened naturally with homemade maple simple syrup and topped with lime sparkling water, this mocktail is vibrant, hydrating, and perfect for hot days or festive occasions.

Ingredients

Syrup

  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup water

Mocktail

  • 2 cups fresh watermelon cubes
  • 12 fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
  • ¼ cup fresh lime juice
  • ¼ cup maple simple syrup (prepared as above)
  • Lime sparkling water, to top off
  • Ice cubes, as needed
  • Watermelon slices or wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare Maple Simple Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine equal parts maple syrup and water (½ cup each). Warm over low heat until the mixture gently simmers. Let it cook for about five minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, transfer to a clean airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
  2. Blend Watermelon Mixture: Add the fresh watermelon cubes, fresh lime juice, and mint leaves to a high-powered blender. Blend on high speed until completely smooth and the mint is fully incorporated.
  3. Strain the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or pitcher to remove pulp and solids, ensuring a smooth texture for your mocktail.
  4. Add Maple Simple Syrup: Stir the cooled maple simple syrup into the strained watermelon mixture to sweeten the drink evenly.
  5. Assemble the Mocktail: Fill serving glasses with ice cubes. Divide the watermelon mixture equally among the glasses.
  6. Top with Lime Sparkling Water: Gently add lime sparkling water on top of the watermelon mixture to fill the glass and add a fizzy, citrusy finish.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and a small slice or wedge of watermelon. Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing summer mocktail.

Notes

  • For a sweeter mocktail, adjust the amount of maple simple syrup to taste.
  • If you prefer a more intense mint flavor, muddle the mint leaves slightly before blending.
  • You can substitute lime sparkling water with plain sparkling water and add a splash of lime soda for extra zest.
  • Make sure to chill the lime sparkling water before serving to keep the drink refreshingly cold.
  • Store leftover watermelon mixture separately and add sparkling water only when ready to serve to maintain fizz.

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