Watermelon gin cocktail
Want to impress your guests at aperitif time? Make them homemade cocktails and serve them... in a watermelon! Use small watermelons as individual glasses, or a large one that everyone can help themselves to. This extra-refreshing gin cocktail is especially easy to make, and everyone will love it ;-) Cheers!
Ingredients
8
Materials
- 1 ice cream scoop or 1 tablespoon
Preparation
Cut the top off the watermelon and scoop out all the flesh. Put the watermelon flesh and juice in a blender and blend.
Add the gin and blend again. Strain the mixture to remove the seeds, then pour half of it into the watermelon.
Pour 200 ml of lemonade into the watermelon and mix well. Then, pour 200 ml of lemonade into the pitcher and mix well.
And there you have it, your watermelon cocktail is ready! Refill the watermelon when it's empty ;-)
FAQ ❓
How do you easily make a watermelon gin cocktail?
To make a watermelon gin cocktail, simply cut off the top of a watermelon, scoop out the flesh, blend it with gin and lemonade, then pour the mixture back into the watermelon.
How long does it take to prepare this cocktail?
This watermelon gin cocktail takes about 20 minutes to prepare, making it a quick option for aperitif time.
Can you replace the gin with another spirit in this recipe?
Yes, you can experiment with other spirits, such as vodka or rum, but this will change the taste of the cocktail.
How many people does this recipe serve?
This recipe serves about 8 people, making it ideal for a small party or an aperitif with friends.
What are the advantages of serving a cocktail in a watermelon?
Serving a cocktail in a watermelon adds an original, festive touch to your aperitif, while making for an appealing and refreshing presentation.
Nutrition
for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 118Kcal
- Carbo: 13.3g
- Total fat: 0.1g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Proteins: 0.8g
- Fibers: 0.5g
- Sugar: 12.1g
- ProPoints: 2
- SmartPoints: 5
Nutritional information for 1 serving (200g)
Attributes
Keep refrigerated
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Juliette HessI have been creating culinary content for Petitchef since 2017.
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!
I love travelling and discovering new dishes, trying out new food trends and exploring new restaurants.
I’m a huge fan of pasta and noodles in all their forms ❤ from udon noodles to tagliatelle, I love cooking them and even making them from scratch!
I’m currently preparing, filming and photographing your next recipe, and I hope you’ll enjoy it!
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