By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026

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Watermelon Mojito Cocktail

Serves 6

132 cal · 10 min

Watermelon Mojito Cocktail

Recipe GLPR08ca9144de973d

4.8(1)
Beverage
10 min
132 cal
Servings: 6
No-Cook

A refreshing Caribbean-inspired cocktail that combines freshly pressed watermelon juice with bright mint, zesty lime, and light rum. This tropical drink is perfect for warm weather gatherings and can be served over ice with fresh garnishes. The natural sweetness of ripe watermelon balances beautifully with the citrus and herbal notes for a well-rounded, sophisticated flavor.

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Ingredients

1 seedless watermelon (about 3.5 pounds), cut into chunks

1 cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed

½ cup fresh lime juice

¼ cup simple syrup

1 cup light rum

Ice, as needed

Fresh lime slices for garnish (optional)

Fresh mint sprigs for garnish (optional)

Fresh watermelon slices for garnish (optional)

Directions

  1. Process the watermelon chunks in a blender or juicer until completely smooth. For a clearer juice, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp, then measure out approximately 3 cups of watermelon juice.

  2. Add the fresh mint leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup to a large pitcher filled with ice. Gently stir and lightly bruise the mint to release its aromatic oils, then continue stirring until all ingredients are well combined.

  3. Pour the light rum and prepared watermelon juice into the pitcher. Stir thoroughly to combine all components evenly throughout the mixture.

  4. Pour the mojito mixture into serving glasses filled with fresh ice. If desired, garnish each glass with fresh lime slices, mint sprigs, and watermelon slices before serving.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.75

This is a dead-simple summer drink that costs almost nothing to make and requires no special stops in Charlotte—watermelon, mint, lime, rum, and simple syrup are all standard grocery items at any major chain. The ten-minute stated time is honest and actually includes muddling and chilling. The caveat is that mojitos do not reheat or travel well, so this is strictly a same-night service cocktail, best made fresh to order for a gathering rather than batch-prepped. For a hot-weather entertainer who wants to impress without fussing, this hits the mark.

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