Watermelon Mint Slushy Fizz
This Watermelon Mint Slushy Fizz is a delightful and refreshing cocktail that perfectly balances the sweetness of watermelon with the invigorating taste of fresh mint. It's the ideal beverage for a hot summer day or a lively gathering with friends. The frozen slushy texture combined with the fizzy soda water creates a delightful and invigorating drinking experience.
Watermelon Mint Slushy Fizz
A refreshing and delightful cocktail that perfectly blends sweet watermelon, fresh mint, and a hint of soda water for a fizzy, slushy delight.
Ingredients
- Zest of 1/4 lime
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
- 1/3 cup watermelon juice
- 1 oz gin
- Soda water
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine lime zest, lime juice, water, and sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it cool to room temperature and strain the mint leaves or puree them into the syrup.
- Juice the watermelon using a juicer or blender, then strain it to remove any pulp.
- Mix the simple syrup, watermelon juice, and gin. Pour into a plastic quart container, leaving space at the top, and freeze overnight.
- When ready to assemble, shave the frozen mixture into a glass and add a shot of gin. Pour soda water over the slush and stir until combined and slushy.
- Add a straw, garnish with a lime if desired, and serve.