Watermelon Vodka Cooler Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing summer drink combines fresh watermelon with vodka and lime for a cool, sweet cocktail.
Equipment
- Blender
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Cocktail shaker
- Ice cube trays
- Cocktail glasses
- Measuring cups/jiggers
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh watermelon chunks
- 6 oz vodka
- 2 oz fresh lime juice
- 2 oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Mint leaves for garnish
- Watermelon wedges for garnish
Instructions
- Cut watermelon into 1-inch chunks.
- Add watermelon to blender and blend until smooth.
- Strain watermelon puree through fine-mesh strainer to remove pulp.
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice.
- Pour 1.5 oz vodka, 0.5 oz lime juice, 0.5 oz simple syrup, and 2 oz watermelon puree into shaker.
- Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain into ice-filled glasses.
- Top with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with mint leaves and watermelon wedges.
Notes
Store extra watermelon puree in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
For a mocktail version, replace vodka with extra club soda.
Freeze watermelon chunks ahead of time to create a slushier texture.
Use fresh watermelon for best results - bottled juice won't taste the same.
Make simple syrup by heating equal parts sugar and water until dissolved, then cooling.