Start summer off right with this delicious Watermelon Martini. It’s crisp, fresh, and bursting with sweet watermelon flavor in every sip.
This Watermelon Martini is a light, refreshing cocktail that captures the sweet, juicy flavor of fresh watermelon in every sip. Made with simple ingredients and shaken until perfectly chilled, it’s a vibrant drink that’s ideal for warm summer days, backyard gatherings, or happy hour at home. The naturally sweet watermelon pairs beautifully with vodka, creating a smooth and fruity martini that’s both elegant and easy to make.
I love all things watermelon in the summertime! For more watermelon drinks you have to check out my Watermelon Cucumber Cooler, and Watermelon Margarita.
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Recipe Ingredients
Vodka – The main liquor in this cocktail.
Fresh Watermelon Juice – Made from blending watermelon in a blender or food processor.
Simple Syrup – Adds sweetness into the drink to enhance the sweetness of the watermelon.
Cointreau – You can also use triple sec or any orange liqueur you prefer.
How to Make A Watermelon Martini
Step #1: Place pieces of watermelon in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
Step #2: Strain the blended watermelon into a measuring cup using a fine mesh strainer. This removes all the watermelon pulp and blended seeds.
Step #3: In a cocktail shaker with ice add the vodka, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, watermelon juice, and simple syrup.
Step #4: Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
Step #5: Pour into your favorite martini glass, garnish with a slice of watermelon, and enjoy!
FAQs
Ways to garnish this martini would be with a sugared rim, a slice of watermelon or small watermelon chunks on a toothpick. You can also add a mint leaf as well for presentation.
No. If you do not like vodka I would recommend using gin as the main alcohol in this cocktail.
Storage Information
You can store this watermelon vodka martini in your refrigerator for 1-2 days.
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Watermelon Martini Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup watermelon juice
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz Cointreau - or triple sec
- 1 oz simple syrup
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Place pieces of watermelon in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Strain the blended watermelon into a measuring cup. This removes all the watermelon pulp and blended seeds.
- In a cocktail shaker with ice add the vodka, Cointreau, lime juice, watermelon juice, and simple syrup.
- Shake vigorously for 30 seconds.
- Pour into your favorite martini glass, garnish with a slice of watermelon, and enjoy!
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Enjoy Responsibly. This post and recipe are intended for those of legal drinking age.
