Up for a couple of watermelon cocktails? Me too! Let’s take a look at a few of our favorites and see if they suit your fancy.
Watermelon is a well-loved fruit worldwide because of its delicious and refreshing content.
Its watery characteristics make it an ideal fruit to eat during summer to relieve thirst.
Most of the time, it is consumed as an appetizer or even dessert in some countries.
But on my list, I’ll give you a different way to use your fresh or frozen watermelons.
I prepared 27 refreshing watermelon cocktails you can make at home, whether for you or a bunch of people when you’re hosting a party!
If you ask for my recommendation, all of them are a must-try but if you want a strong cocktail drink, go with #18.
For a cocktail with a spicy touch, you can try #24 and #25.
And for a drink with a blast, #27 is a go-to!
Without further delays, let’s get into the list!
Cheers!
It’s a delightful cocktail you can drink without being guilty about drinking more!
The fresh flavors of summer fruits fused with vodka are your signal that its summertime, and you have every reason to make a cocktail to keep you cool on a summer day.
Garnish with watermelon slices and mint, and it’s ready for you to relish!
Here’s your answer to take the heat away!
Just looking at it, you know it’s packed with fruity and natural flavors you would like to indulge in during summer!
Good for your parties, too, or if you are drinking solo!
We will use fresh watermelon and ice for this recipe.
Blend with gin, lime juice, and maple syrup gives this drink a vibrant and cooling taste.
It’s instant but boozy!
If you have some watermelon syrup and gin on your shelf, it’s about time to make a gimlet!
Aside from these two ingredients, lime juice and hibiscus syrup (or grenadine) to give it a pinkish look, and a few drops of lavender will make a classic drink to level up.
You don’t need sugar to make this sweet!
The natural sweetness of watermelon, with lime juice and tequila, is just an absolute party winner!
It’s quick to make but quicker to finish a glass!
It’s your classic margarita mix with watermelon and mezcal to give it a refreshing twist!
This drink is spicy, smokey, and fruity once you taste it.
You can make it frozen or fresh; either way, it will still give you a mouthwatering kick!
Make your summer shindig an unforgettable one!
No need for ice, as your frozen watermelon will do the trick!
Incorporate all the ingredients in the blender until smooth, then serve it fast so you can slurp away this delicious, fruity cocktail.
It’s a satisfying cocktail you would like to indulge in to ease the heat!
Fresh watermelon, lemon juice, cucumber, and mint combined with rum make a delightful drink ideal in summer.
Let’s keep you cool by making this cocktail!
We need ginger beer and lime to give the tangy flavor when combined with watermelon and vodka.
Smooth to give you that chilling effect while you’re sippin’!
More cocktail recipes featuring ginger beer here!
It is what you need for a Friday night party!
White wine, vodka, and triple sec combined with fresh watermelon and other summer fruits will give freshness yet kick in every sip!
It’s a cocktail you’d like to serve to start your weekend right!
Let’s make your classic mimosas with a watermelon twist!
A bottle of champagne and chilled watermelon can make 6 to 8 glasses of this, ideal for your hot summer brunch.
Just add simple syrup if you want it sweeter.
You know it’s summer when you have Piña Coladas on your glass!
To make the best Watermelon Piña Coladas, freeze your watermelon before blending it with the other ingredients until smooth.
Freezing your watermelon will prevent your drink from being watery.
It’s a yummy drink you can make using vodka or gin.
Make a watermelon syrup and a little orange liqueur with a touch of lemon juice to balance the fresh flavors in a glass.
Ideal for summer cookouts, parties, or just for happy hour!
Have your Italian Moscato wine fused to your fresh watermelon!
It’s effortless to make, yet you’ll get a natural cooling taste ideal for brunch or a hot summer night.
Make a party punch since it doesn’t require a lot of ingredients to make this in big batches!
Made of just three ingredients but it will win your tastebuds!
Have your watermelon and cucumber smooth in your blender, then add gin to complete this recipe.
You can add ice while smoothing the fruits or add it to the glass to feel more refreshed once you’ve drunk a glass of it!
16. Peppermelon
You can have this anytime as long as you have watermelon around!
This delectable drink is made of sweet watermelon, honey syrup, gin, and pepper, bringing a sweet, bitter, and spicy concoction to light up your party.
Since the ingredients are not too complicated, you can enjoy this anytime you like to get a glass of it!
This stunning drink in a martini glass will be a hit!
Just mix one bottle of sparkling wine and fresh watermelon cubes, and you’ve made a sensational drink you can’t resist.
If you want it sweeter, make your watermelon syrup to bring out the fruit’s natural flavor to this drink.
Warning: This is really strong!
Beer, margaritas, and purée watermelon mixture may be straightforward, but the taste is stronger than your usual margarita.
If you want to make it a little lighter, add lemon-lime soda or club soda, and you can enjoy it even better!
Doesn’t it look so pretty?
Cream of coconut fused with fresh watermelons, lime juice, and mint leaves will create a creamy and thirst-quenching cocktail.
It will give you a tropical vibe in every glass!
Speaking of a tropical vibe, check out our Hawaiian party cocktails!
20. Watermelon Cosmo
Nothing compares to vodka infused with fresh watermelon!
It’s best to make this ahead to make a delicious watermelon-infused vodka, so if you have plenty of watermelons, it’s ideal to make this in large batches.
Your patience may be tested, but when you taste it, you know it’s worth waiting for!
You’ll love the colors of this drink, thanks to watermelon!
The natural sweetness added to rum with a lime squeeze brings this drink a delightful taste.
You can always have this with or without rum.
After a hard day’s work, you deserve to have a reward!
With fruits added to tequila, you would love to enjoy a festive and fun taste on a hot summer day.
Garnish with watermelon wedges or lime slices, then take a sip!
Let’s smash the night with this refreshing drink!
What makes this better in taste is when you use fresh watermelon to release its natural sweetness and freshness.
There’s no need to strain the watermelon if you want the pulpy texture of this drink.
It’s a spicy, citrusy, sweet, and smooth drink you need for an ultimate weekend unwinding!
Just blend all the ingredients with ice in your blender until creamy and smooth.
It’s like a smoothie with an alcoholic touch!
For this recipe, you’ll need sparkling rosé wine to elevate this watermelon drink to the next level!
With jalapeño-infused tequila, watermelon, and lime combined will create a citrusy, sweet yet spicy drink to cool you down.
Top with Sparkling Rosé, and you’re all set to enjoy the night!
With just two ingredients, it’s not hard to make just for you or a crowd!
Puree watermelon in the blender until silky smooth, then put it in a cocktail bowl or glass and add tequila.
27. Firecracker
Its name is just fit for its taste because this explodes in your mouth with every drop!
The blend of watermelon, lime juice, aged rum, orange liqueur, watermelon, sugar syrup, and cayenne pepper brings balanced flavors with a punch.
Shake it all with ice, then serve!
The bottom line
Whether you’re drinking solo or with a crowd, cocktails are to look forward to.
It’s a way to give life to your classic alcoholic drinks.
It’s also a way to ease the heat during hot days or just a drink to put you in a relaxing mode after a long day.
Whichever way it serves you, I hope you’ve got this list to look into and make these recipes your own.
And don’t forget to share how your experience goes by putting your comments below.
Top 27 BEST Watermelon Cocktails 🍉🍸
Here’s 27 refreshing, easy watermelon cocktails you can make at home for you or a bunch of people when you're hosting a party!
Ingredients
- Vodka Watermelon Cocktails
- Watermelon Mint Mojito Cocktails
- Watermelon Cocktail With Gin
- Watermelon Gimlet
- 3-Ingredient Watermelon Margaritas
- Spicy Watermelon Mezcal Margarita
- Frozen Watermelon Daiquiri
- Boozy Watermelon Mint Lemonade
- Frozen Watermelon Moscow Mule
- Watermelon Sangria
- Watermelon Mimosas
- Watermelon Piña Coladas
- Watermelon Gin Martini
- Watermelon Moscato Slushie Cocktail
- Watermelon Cucumber Cooler
- Peppermelon
- Watermelon Cocktail With Sparkling Wine
- Watermelon Beer Margaritas
- Coconut-Watermelon Mojito
- Watermelon Cosmo
- Watermelon Rum Cocktail
- Watermelon Palomas
- Watermelon Bourbon Smash Cocktail
- Frozen Watermelon Jalapeno Bellini
- Sweet Spicy Sparkling Rosé Watermelon Margarita
- Tequila Mockingbird
- Firecracker
Instructions
- Skim through our Watermelon Cocktails list.
- Select the recipe you’re looking for.
- Prep the ingredients as instructed.
- Spill your thoughts on our Facebook page!