Cool off this summer with a refreshing blend of sweet watermelon and juicy peaches. This alcohol-free mocktail brings together two favorite summer fruits in perfect harmony.

This simple 5-minute Watermelon Peach Elixir combines fresh watermelon juice, ripe peaches, lime, and mint for a bright and fruity drink that’s perfect for barbecues, pool parties, or relaxing on hot days.

The natural sweetness means no added sugar is needed. Kids and adults alike will enjoy this pretty pink drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The recipe makes enough for 4-6 servings and can be prepped ahead for easy entertaining.

Watermelon Peach Elixir Mocktail Recipe

This refreshing drink combines sweet watermelon and juicy peaches for a perfect summer beverage. The recipe takes 10 minutes to make and serves 4 people.

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Prep Time 8

Total Time 8

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

4 cups fresh watermelon chunks seeds removed
2 ripe peaches pitted and sliced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 cup coconut water
Fresh mint leaves
Ice cubes
Optional garnish: watermelon wedges and peach slices

Instructions

Cut the watermelon into 1-inch chunks. Remove any black seeds.
Add watermelon, peach slices, lime juice, and honey to the blender.

Blend until smooth, about 30 seconds.
Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher.
Add coconut water and stir well.

Fill tall glasses with ice cubes.
Pour the mixture into glasses.
Add 2-3 mint leaves to each glass.

Garnish with watermelon wedges and peach slices if desired.

Notes

The mocktail stays fresh in the fridge for up to 24 hours.

Frozen fruit can replace fresh fruit when needed.

For a sweeter drink, add more honey one teaspoon at a time.

The recipe makes about 6 cups of mocktail.

Choose ripe, sweet fruit for the best flavor.

Tasting Notes

This mocktail offers a bright, fruity blend of sweet watermelon and ripe peach flavors. The natural sweetness creates a perfect balance without being too sugary.

The texture is smooth and refreshing, with a light body that makes it easy to drink. Each sip starts with the crisp watermelon notes and ends with gentle peach undertones.

A hint of lime adds a subtle tartness that complements the fruit flavors. The mint garnish brings a cool, fresh aroma that enhances the drinking experience.

Main Flavor Notes:

Sweet watermelon (primary)
Juicy peach (secondary)
Zesty lime (accent)
Fresh mint (aromatic)

The drink’s soft pink color makes it visually appealing. Ice keeps it perfectly chilled and maintains the ideal serving temperature.

This alcohol-free beverage is best served immediately while the flavors are at their peak. The taste remains consistent from first sip to last, with no single element overpowering the others.

Substitute

You can swap ingredients in this mocktail while keeping its refreshing taste. Here are some easy alternatives for each component.

Replace watermelon with strawberries or raspberries to keep the sweet, pink color. These fruits work well in a blender. They also mix nicely with peach.

For peaches, try nectarines or apricots. Both fruits give a similar sweet and tangy flavor that matches the drink’s style.

You can switch the lime juice with lemon juice. The citrus kick will stay the same, though lemon adds a brighter note.

Sweetener Options:

Mint leaves can be traded for basil leaves. They add a fresh taste that works with both fruits.

Sparkling water substitutes:

For garnish, try thin slices of:

Fresh peach
Orange
Lime
Lemon

Watermelon Peach Elixir Mocktail Recipe