Description
A refreshing summer cocktail made with juicy watermelon, fresh mint, lime juice, and rum for a cool and fruity twist on the classic mojito.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh watermelon, cubed and deseeded
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 2 ounces white rum
- 1/2 cup club soda
- Ice cubes
- Mint sprig and watermelon slice for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker or glass, muddle the watermelon cubes, mint leaves, lime wedges, and sugar (if using) until well combined and juicy.
- Add the white rum and fill the glass with ice.
- Shake well or stir to mix.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with a sprig of mint and a slice of watermelon before serving.
Notes
- Use seedless watermelon for ease and convenience.
- Adjust sugar to taste depending on the sweetness of the watermelon.
- Make it a mocktail by skipping the rum and adding more club soda or a splash of lemon-lime soda.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg