Watermelon Gin Fizz
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Watermelon Gin Fizz, a perfect summer cocktail that's as dazzling to sip as it is easy to make. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh watermelon juice and balanced by the zesty brightness of lime and a hint of simple syrup, this fizzy drink is light, crisp, and incredibly satisfying. With a splash of gin adding a sophisticated twist and bubbly club soda delivering its signature effervescence, this cocktail is ready in just 10 minutes and ideal for entertaining or unwinding on a warm day. Finish it off with optional garnishes like fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel for an extra pop of flavor and visual allure. Whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or indulging in a solo treat, the Watermelon Gin Fizz is the ultimate choice for a refreshing, fruity, and delightfully fizzy taste of summer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh watermelon
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 0.5 ounce simple syrup
- 4 ounces club soda
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 3 leaves mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
- 1 slice lime wheel (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the fresh watermelon into cubes and measure out 2 cups. Remove any seeds if necessary.
In a blender, blend the watermelon cubes until smooth to create watermelon juice.
Strain the watermelon juice through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher or bowl to remove pulp, if desired.
Fill a cocktail shaker with 1 cup of ice cubes.
Add 4 ounces of the strained watermelon juice, gin, lime juice, and simple syrup to the shaker.
Secure the lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
Fill two glasses with ice cubes and strain the cocktail mixture evenly into each glass.
Top each glass with 2 ounces of club soda to add a fizzy touch.
Gently stir to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice as needed.
Garnish with mint leaves and a lime wheel for an optional decorative touch.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Watermelon Gin Fizz!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
227 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 40 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.6 g | ||
| Protein | 1.4 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 270 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
