Can I use frozen watermelon for this mocktail?

Yes! Frozen watermelon works well if fresh isn't available, but be sure to thaw slightly and blend until smooth to avoid icy chunks in your drink.

How do I make this mocktail less sweet?

Reduce the lime juice slightly or add a splash of sparkling water instead of soda water to tone down the sweetness and acidity balance to your liking. Also, choose a less ripe watermelon to decrease sugar content.

What’s the best way to crush ice at home if I don’t have a crusher?

Place ice cubes in a sturdy zip-lock bag, seal it well, then gently crush with a rolling pin or the bottom of a heavy pan—this gets you perfect crushed ice without special equipment.

Can I make this recipe ahead for a party?

Absolutely! Just blend and strain the watermelon and lime juice mixture and keep it refrigerated. Add the soda water and ice just before serving to keep the bubbles lively and fresh.

Watermelon Lime Mocktail: Refreshing and Easy Summer Drink

Description

A refreshing and healthy Sparkling Watermelon Lime Mocktail made with fresh watermelon, lime juice, and soda water, garnished with mint and lime slices. Perfect for a light and hydrating beverage on a warm day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

4 cups cubed fresh watermelon
⅓ cup fresh lime juice (approximately 3–4 limes)
4 sprigs fresh mint
Soda water
Extra lime slices for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon into cubes, discarding the rind and any white parts to ensure a sweet and fresh juice.
Blend Ingredients: Add the watermelon cubes and fresh lime juice to a blender and blend until smooth. Use a tamper if necessary. If your blender is small, blend the mixture in batches.
Strain the Juice: Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any pulp, transferring the strained juice to a jug for a smooth texture.
Assemble the Mocktail: Fill glasses or a large pitcher with crushed ice. Pour the watermelon lime juice until halfway full, then top up with soda water.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a lime slice. Serve immediately for the best refreshment.

Notes

If you don’t have crushed ice, place ice cubes in a zip-lock bag and crush them with a rolling pin.
Adjust the amount of lime juice to suit your taste preferences—add more for extra tang or reduce slightly for a sweeter mocktail.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 51 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 2 mg
Fat: 0.2 g
Saturated Fat: 0.03 g
Unsaturated Fat: 0.2 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 13 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 1 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg