Watermelon Mint Lemonade Drink (Printable Version)

Sweet watermelon, zesty lemon and fresh mint blended for a chilled, vibrant summer beverage.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit & Juice

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cut into cubes
02 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (from approximately 3 lemons)
03 - 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup, adjust as needed

→ Herbs

04 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish

→ Liquids

05 - 2 cups cold water
06 - Ice cubes, for serving

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Lemon slices
08 - Watermelon wedges

# Cooking Steps:

01 - Combine watermelon cubes, lemon juice, honey or agave syrup, and mint leaves in a blender.
02 - Blend the contents on high speed until completely smooth.
03 - Pass the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing down with a spoon to extract maximum liquid.
04 - Add cold water to the pitcher and stir until uniformly mixed. Adjust sweetness to preferred taste.
05 - Refrigerate the prepared beverage for at least 1 hour to ensure thorough chilling.
06 - Fill serving glasses with ice cubes, pour in the lemonade, and top with additional mint leaves, lemon slices, and watermelon wedges as desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The splash of mint adds such a pleasant, mellow coolness that feels like a secret ingredient.
  • It’s the one drink my family unanimously requests at every summer gathering no matter their usual beverage preferences.
02 -
  • I once skipped straining and ended up with a grainy texture—take the time, it’s worth it for a smooth sip.
  • A heavy hand with the lemon made for a face-puckering surprise; add juice gradually and taste as you go.
03 -
  • Letting the lemonade chill for an extra hour intensifies the mint and makes every glass ultra-refreshing.
  • Reserve a handful of watermelon cubes to freeze and use instead of ice—they keep drinks cold without diluting the flavor.
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