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Sparkling Watermelon Cooler with Lemon

A refreshing, bubbly, and naturally sweet summer drink made with fresh watermelon, sparkling mineral water, and a hint of lemon.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 people
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 72
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Fresh watermelon, cubed and chilled
  • 1 tbsp Granulated sugar (or honey/maple syrup)
  • 7 oz Sparkling mineral water, chilled
  • 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup Ice cubes
  • 1 tbsp Fresh mint leaves

Equipment

  • High-Speed Blender: To get the watermelon as smooth as possible.
  • Fine-Mesh Sieve: (Optional) For those who prefer a clear, pulp-free juice.
  • Tall Highball Glasses: To show off that beautiful pink-to-clear gradient.
  • Long Stirring Spoon: To gently mix the ingredients without losing the carbonation.

Method
 

  1. Place the diced watermelon pieces into a blender. Pulse until you have a completely smooth puree.
    Blending fresh red watermelon chunks into a smooth puree in a high-speed blender.
  2. Pour in the fresh lemon juice, sugar, and the chilled sparkling mineral water. Give it a quick pulse or a gentle stir to combine.
    Pouring sparkling mineral water and lemon juice into the watermelon puree.
  3. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher or a large glass. This removes any remaining pulp or fibers for a crystal-clear finish.
    Straining the watermelon mixture through a sieve for a smooth, pulp-free texture.
  4. Fill your serving glasses to the brim with ice cubes.
    Filling a tall glass with large clear ice cubes to prepare the summer cooler.
  5. Pour the sparkling watermelon mixture over the ice. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint or a small wedge of watermelon on the rim.
    Pouring the bright pink sparkling watermelon juice over ice cubes in a glass.
  6. Serve immediately while the fizz is at its peak!
    Pouring the bright pink sparkling watermelon juice over ice cubes in a glass.

Video

Notes

To keep the drink fizzy, gently stir after adding the sparkling water and serve immediately — overmixing will reduce carbonation.