Nothing beats a cold watermelon mojito on a hot summer day. This refreshing pitcher cocktail combines sweet watermelon, tangy lime, and cooling mint into a perfect party drink.
This recipe makes 6-8 servings and can be prepared in under 15 minutes.
The best watermelon mojitos start with ripe, juicy fruit and fresh herbs.
The pink drink looks beautiful in a clear glass pitcher filled with ice, lime wedges and mint sprigs. Guests can help themselves while the host enjoys the party.
Make this drink special by choosing seedless watermelon at peak ripeness when it’s naturally sweet.
The mint leaves should be bright green and fragrant. Fresh-squeezed lime juice adds the perfect amount of tartness to balance the sweet melon.
Watermelon Mojito Pitcher Cocktail Recipe
Equipment
- Large pitcher (64 oz/2L capacity)
Ingredients
- 8 cups cubed watermelon
- 2 cups white rum
- 1 cup fresh lime juice about 8-10 limes
- 1 cup fresh mint leaves plus extra for garnish
- ½ cup simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Watermelon wedges for garnish
- Extra lime slices for garnish
Instructions
- Put watermelon chunks in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain the watermelon juice through a fine-mesh strainer into the pitcher.
- Add mint leaves to the pitcher and muddle gently to release the oils.
- Pour in the rum, lime juice, and simple syrup. Stir well to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to chill and let flavors blend.
- Garnish each glass with mint sprigs, watermelon wedges, and lime slices.
Notes
Tasting Notes
This watermelon mojito pitcher cocktail brings a sweet and refreshing blend of flavors. Fresh watermelon juice creates a light, natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with crisp mint leaves.
The rum adds warmth without overpowering the drink. Its subtle vanilla notes complement the fruit while providing a gentle kick. The lime juice brings a bright, tangy element that balances the sweetness.
Club soda gives this cocktail a pleasant fizz and lightens the texture. The bubbles help release the mint’s aromatic oils, making each sip more fragrant.
Key Flavor Notes:
- Sweet watermelon
- Fresh mint
- Zesty lime
- Light rum warmth
- Gentle carbonation
The drink’s pink color looks beautiful in a clear glass pitcher. Ice cubes keep it perfectly chilled while diluting the strength just enough.
Serving Tips:
- Temperature: Serve very cold
- Garnish: Fresh mint sprigs and watermelon wedges
- Glass Type: Collins or highball
- Ice: Large cubes preferred
The flavors blend better after sitting for 10-15 minutes. This gives the mint time to release its oils into the mixture.
Substitute
No watermelon at home? Use frozen watermelon cubes or watermelon juice from the store.
Each cup of fresh watermelon chunks can be swapped with 1/2 cup of watermelon juice.
Want a non-alcoholic version? Skip the rum and add extra club soda.
For extra flavor, mix in 1/4 cup of coconut water per serving.
Fresh mint leaves can be replaced with 2 tablespoons of mint simple syrup.
To make the syrup, mix 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 1 cup mint leaves in a pot.
Heat until sugar dissolves, then strain.
Club soda alternatives:
- Sprite or 7-Up for extra sweetness
- Ginger ale for a spicy kick
- Sparkling water for less sugar
Out of limes? Use 2 tablespoons of bottled lime juice for every fresh lime.
The taste stays close to the original recipe.
A sugar-free option works too. Replace simple syrup with stevia or monk fruit sweetener.
Start with small amounts and add more to taste.
