In need of a drink (or two) to kick off the long weekend? Look no further than this refreshing summer cocktail recipe from Kiel James Patrick and Sarah Vickers. (PS: If you haven’t seen our feature with them yet, check out their dreamy beach party here and here.)
Watermelon, mint and a splash of white rum served in a mason jar mug — We couldn’t imagine anything more perfect for summer, can you? Read on to get the full recipe. Plus, don’t forget to check out their feature on PotteryBarn.com.
Watermelon Mojito
(Note: Can be also be served non-alcoholic)
Ingredients:
16 Mint Sprigs
2 Limes, juiced
2oz Simple Syrup
16oz Seedless Watermelon, cut into 1/2 inch cubes, plus 4 wedges to garnish
8oz of White Rum (optional — try Captain Morgan or Myers’ White rum)
2 Cups of Ice
1 Can of Club Soda (Replace club soda with one can of Sprite for non-alcoholic)
Directions:
1. In a glass pitcher combine 12 sprigs of coarsely ripped mint leaves, juice from 2 limes, and simple sugar.
2. Blend watermelon cubes and add to the pitcher. Muddle until mint leaves are broken down.
3. Add rum, club soda, and ice cubes. Stir. (For non-alcholic version add Sprite and ice cubes only.)
4. Pour into mason jar mugs. Garnish with watermelon wedge and one sprig of mint. Enjoy!
Looks yummy, let me try that at home.
Would love to have the recipe! Theses look delicious!!