Jul 22, 2012, Updated Apr 04, 2023
Why You’ll Love This Watermelon Vodka Cocktail Recipe
How to Make This Watermelon Vodka Cocktail
• Step 1: Freeze watermelon on a parchment-lined baking sheet until firm. If you ask me, the freezer is a great place to store a hefty wedge of the giant watermelon you just bought and probably won’t be able to finish. • Step 2: Combine frozen watermelon, lime juice, basil and 2 tbsp sugar in a blender. Taste; add more sugar, if needed. Strain through a fine-meshed sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl (ideally with a spout). Discard the solids in the sieve. You should have 4 cups of watermelon juice. • Step 3: Measure 1/2 cup watermelon juice into 8 tall, ice-filled glasses. Add 1 1/2 ounces vodka to each, then top up with ginger ale (approximately 1/2 cup ginger ale per serving). • Step 4: Enjoy your delicious Watermelon Vodka Cocktail.
Variations on the Watermelon Basil Cocktail
• Variation 1: For an extra sweetness and a citrusy touch, try adding a splash of orange liqueur to the mix.• Variation 2: Love tropical flavors? Try swapping out the watermelon for mango or pineapple for an island-inspired drink.• Variation 3: Swap the basil in your watermelon vodka cocktail with fresh mint. You could easily make this a virgin drink – it would still be delicious without the vodka.
