It’s been a while since I shared a cocktail on the blog. The last one was this Frozen Aperol Spritz, which honestly is still a winner in my book. However I did think it was time to share another cocktail recipe because we’re all going through a lot and it’s Friday and it’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? This Watermelon Daiquiri is as delicious as it is lethal. It’s one of those drinks that you down a couple thinking it tastes like nothing at all and then all of a sudden it hits you. Consider that a fair warning. All that aside though, it’s a refreshing drink that is perfect for this warming weather. Keep it in mind as summer approaches and the watermelon get riper and riper. This would also be delicious with strawberries as well—something to think about for sure.

The next time you’re looking for that perfect end-of-week cocktail, I hope you’ll give this one a try. It’ll especially come in handy if and when you have some fresh watermelon lying around and you don’t know what to do with it. It’s refreshing and completely delicious. If you give it a try, please let me know what you think below. As always, thank you so much for reading and following along.

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Watermelon Daiquiri

Watermelon Daiquiri is just what you need on a Friday evening after a long work week. Made with freshly blended watermelon juice!

Prep Time20

Total Time20

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Cocktails, Drinks, Summer, Watermelon

Servings: 1

Author: Jonathan Melendez

Equipment

Saucepan
Blender
Fine mesh strainer
Coup glass

Ingredients

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1 inch fresh ginger sliced
3 sprigs fresh thyme
4 cups seedless watermelon diced (about 1 lb.)
Kosher salt
5 tablespoons white rum
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Ice cubes
Watermelon slice for garnish

Instructions

In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, ginger and thyme. Set over moderate heat and bring to a simmer. Cook until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and transfer to a pitcher or measuring cup. Set aside to cool.
Place the watermelon in a blender and purée until smooth. Pour into a large measuring cup or pitcher, through a fine mesh strainer, to remove the pulp. Chill in the fridge until ready to use. This will make enough juice for about 8 cocktails.
Coat the rim of a coupe glass with a bit of lime juice and then dip in a bit of salt. In a cocktail shaker, combine the white rum, lime juice, 1 tablespoon of the simple syrup, and 3 tablespoons of watermelon juice. Fill with ice, cover and shake vigorously until well-combine and thoroughly chilled, about 15 seconds. Strain into the prepared coupe glass and garnish with a watermelon wedge. Enjoy!