Toast to summer with a Watermelon Frosé Cocktail!
Frosés are an icy smooth trend in cocktails that we can really get behind. We have seen them on menus all over the city, from fancy cocktail bars to hole-in-the-wall hangouts. Traditionally made with rosé wine and a bit of sweetness, these frozen “girlie” drinks go down quite easily after a long day of work in the summer. Since my friends and I have been sampling frosés all summer long, I asked Keith to come up with a version for superman cooks.
Keith, in his infinite wisdom, suggested a Watermelon Frosé. In true superman cooks style, the addition of watermelon creates a refreshing spike of flavor (and a lot of gorgeous color) to this already fabulous drink. Freezing slices of watermelon is all it takes to give this drink the frozen, icy texture we have come to expect. We added a bit of simple syrup and some fresh mint to make this cocktail dangerously delectable.
How to make Watermelon Simple Syrup:
- Blend 2 C watermelon in blender. Place in small sauce pan and add honey.
- Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and place through fine mesh strainer.
- Store in container in refrigerator until cool (for up to 4 days).
Just in time for summer party season, A Watermelon Frosé Cocktail is a delicious drink that can add just the right amount of “punch” to any gathering. They are sophisticated, yet playful; simple, yet complex in flavor. And they are sweetened with natural flavors. That means no refined sugar! Let’s be honest. they are just plain fun to drink.
Don't stop here! Try some of our other favorite colorful summer cocktails: Pink Pom Pom Margaritas, Tropical Mango Cocktails, Blueberry Basil Margaritas
Watermelon Frosé Cocktail
Ready for the ultimate summer sip? Impress your friends with a Watermelon Frosé Cocktail. It's fresh & delicious with no refined sugar!
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 2-3 drinks 1x
Ingredients
TO MAKE WATERMELON SIMPLE SYRUP:
- 2 C fresh watermelon, blended
- ½ C honey
TO MAKE DRINK:
- 2 C chopped fresh watermelon
- 4 ounces simple syrup
- 2 ounces vodka
- 6 ounces rosé wine
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 C Ice
- mint for garnish
Instructions
TO MAKE SIMPLE SYRUP:
- Blend 2 C watermelon in blender. Place in small sauce pan and add honey.
- Cook over medium heat for 4-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and place through fine mesh strainer.
- Store in container in refrigerator until cool (for up to 4 days).
TO MAKE DRINKS:
- Using a blender, place 2 C watermelon along with wine, vodka, ice, and 4 ounces simple syrup.
- Blend until "slushie" consistency, about 45-60 seconds (add a little water if too thick).
- Pour into 8 ounce glass and garnish with watermelon wedge and sprig of fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Drink
- Calories: 474
- Sugar: 99.2 g
- Sodium: 8.8 mg
- Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 102.6 g
- Protein: 1.7 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
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Dawn says
Love this drink recipe! It's so fruity and fresh. I love that there's no refined sugar and that the watermelon and honey provide all the sweetness.
★★★★★
Jackie says
thanks so much Dawn! We are so happy you enjoyed it! Great point about no refined sugar.... we need to use this as a selling point!!! Cheers!!