Summer’s finally here, and honestly, I crave drinks that are light and super refreshing. This Watermelon and Mint Prosecco Cocktail is a breeze to make—perfect for chilling out or when friends drop by.

The flavors—fresh watermelon, cool mint, and fizzy prosecco—just work. It’s crisp and tastes fantastic when the weather’s scorching.

This recipe comes together pretty quickly, too. I stick to a few easy ingredients, and you won’t need any fancy gadgets or bar tools.

It’s a simple way to whip up a festive, flavorful cocktail at home without any stress.

Watermelon And Mint Prosecco Cocktail Recipe

We’re talking ripe watermelon, fresh mint leaves, and a bottle of Prosecco. I just use basic kitchen stuff and whatever’s on hand from the store.

John

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Sharp knife for cutting watermelon
Cutting board for safe prep

Blender or food processor to puree watermelon
Fine mesh strainer to remove pulp from juice
Measuring cup or jigger for accurate liquid amounts

Mixing spoon for stirring ingredients
Pitcher or large jug for mixing and serving
Serving glasses, such as flutes or tumblers

Ingredients

3 cups seedless watermelon cut into cubes
8-10 fresh mint leaves plus more for garnish
1  tablespoon fresh lime juice about half a lime
1  tablespoon simple syrup or to taste
1 bottle 750 ml chilled Prosecco
Ice cubes as needed
Optional: thin watermelon wedges or lime slices for garnish

Instructions

Cut the watermelon into small pieces and place them in a blender.
Add mint leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup to the blender with the watermelon.
Blend on high until smooth and combined.

Pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove pulp.
Fill each serving glass halfway with ice.
Divide the strained watermelon-mint mixture evenly between glasses.

Slowly pour Prosecco into each glass, filling to the top.
Gently stir with a spoon to mix, being careful not to lose too many bubbles.
Garnish each glass with extra mint leaves and a wedge of watermelon or lime if desired.

Notes

Ripe, sweet watermelon is a must for the best flavor. Don’t even bother with dried mint; it’s just not the same.

Sometimes I use less syrup or bump up the lime juice if I want it less sweet. For a mocktail, sparkling water instead of Prosecco totally works.

Everything tastes better cold, so I chill my ingredients and glasses ahead of time.

When making a batch for a crowd, I’ll mix up everything except the Prosecco in advance. The bubbles go in right before serving—otherwise, it falls flat.

Tasting Notes

The first sip? It’s got that crisp, bubbly kick from the prosecco. The fizziness is light and refreshing, just how I like it.

Watermelon brings a gentle sweetness, and the mint adds a cool, herbal finish that isn’t overpowering.

The color is a soft pinkish-red—looks pretty great in a clear glass, especially with a sprig of mint on top.

It’s not too sweet—mint keeps it from getting heavy or cloying.

I always pick up a little citrus aroma from the prosecco. It gives the drink a clean, bright smell that’s hard to beat.

Every sip cools me off, which is exactly what I want in a summer cocktail.

If you’re after more fruitiness, just add a bit more watermelon. Or, if you want extra zing, squeeze in a little more lime—sometimes I do, sometimes I don’t. Depends on the mood, you know?

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Substitute

Sometimes, I run out of one or more ingredients. Other times, I just want to try a different twist on the cocktail.

Here are some simple alternatives I reach for:

Prosecco Substitute:

Sparkling wine (Brut or Cava are both solid picks)
Non-alcoholic sparkling juice—works great if you’re after a mocktail

Watermelon Substitute:

Cantaloupe or honeydew melon (just swap in equal amounts)
Strawberries if you’re craving a sweet berry vibe

Mint Substitute:

Basil for a fresh, herbal kick

Cilantro for something a little different—why not?

Equipment Substitutes:

If I don’t have a muddler, a wooden spoon does the job pretty well.
No cocktail shaker? I just grab a mason jar with a lid. It works.

Ingredients (Substitute List):

Sparkling wine or non-alcoholic sparkling juice
Cantaloupe, honeydew, or strawberries
Basil or cilantro

Instructions (for using substitutes):

Muddle the fruit and herb you picked with a splash of simple syrup.
Add your sparkling wine or juice.

Stir it gently, then pour over ice.
Garnish with extra herbs if that’s your thing.

Watermelon and Mint Prosecco Cocktail Recipe