Lavender Watermelon Bliss Mocktail Recipe
This refreshing mocktail combines the sweet flavor of watermelon with delicate lavender notes for a perfect summer drink that looks as good as it tastes.
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Muddler or wooden spoon
- Ice cube tray
- Serving glasses
- Small saucepan (for lavender syrup)
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh watermelon chunks seeds removed
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice about 2-3 limes
- 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda
- Ice cubes
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
- Lime wedges for garnish
The quality of watermelon matters greatly in this recipe. Choose a ripe, sweet watermelon for the best flavor.
Instructions
- Make the lavender syrup: Combine sugar, water, and dried lavender in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let steep for 15 minutes. Strain and cool completely.
- Prepare the watermelon puree: Add watermelon chunks to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp.
- Mix the base: In a cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup of watermelon juice, 2 tablespoons of lavender syrup, and lime juice. Shake well with ice.
- Assemble the mocktail: Fill glasses with ice. Pour the watermelon-lavender mixture into each glass, filling about 3/4 full.
- Finish the drink: Top each glass with sparkling water. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with mint leaves and lime wedges.
Notes
The lavender syrup can be made up to a week in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This recipe makes about 4 servings, but can easily be doubled for a party.
For a less sweet version, reduce the amount of lavender syrup. The mocktail can be made kid-friendly by using less lavender syrup and adding more sparkling water.