The Sensational Watermelon Vodka Cocktail: The Icy Cold Melon Mixer

When the sun’s out and the temps start climbing, there’s nothing better than a cold, refreshing cocktail to cool things down. Summer is the perfect time to play around with fresh, juicy flavors—and this one checks all the boxes. Meet the Melon Mixer, a light and refreshing drink that pairs smooth vodka with sweet, watermelon puree.

This cocktail is basically summer in a glass. Vodka keeps it clean and easy to sip, while the watermelon puree brings that fresh, juicy sweetness. A splash of sweet and sour mix adds a little citrusy kick, and the club soda finishes it off with a nice, fizzy touch.

The Melon Mixer will elevate any occasion, whether lounging by the pool, hosting a backyard barbecue, or simply unwinding after a long day. Its bright colors and irresistible flavors make it a crowd-pleaser for your guests to return for more. The Melon Mixer cocktail will cool you off and chill you out!

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Melon Mixer Ingredients

1. Absolut Vodka
2. Watermelon Puree
3. Sweet & Sour Mix
4. Club Soda
5. Watermelon Chunks for Garnish

Tips

Use good quality spirits. The better the ingredients, the better your cocktail will taste. I like to use either Stoli (Stolichnaya), Absolut, or Ketel One Vodka for mixed drinks. They are good-quality, mid-priced vodkas.

I tried both the Watermelon Puree and the Watermelon Syrup. Using the Watermelon Syrup makes a terrible tasting cocktail. The Watermelon Puree is the only way to go.

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The Right Glass Matters

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Summer Bar Setup

And remember the glasses. This drink is meant to be enjoyed outside in the beautiful summer weather. You don’t want to take glass on the boat or by the pool, so the 20-ounce acrylic glasses (shown below) are perfect for any outdoor occasion. Remember to put a ‘double’ 2 portions of the Melon Mixer in the 20-ounce glass. If you want a single serving, the 15-ounce acrylic glasses in the photo above are a better choice. Remember, add lots of ice!

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How to Make the Melon Mixer Cocktail

Fill a cocktail shaker half full of ice.

Add the vodka, watermelon puree, and sweet & sour mix to the shaker. Shake for 10 seconds then pour the strained ingredients into a tall glass with ice.

Top off the cocktail with club soda.

Garnish with a piece of watermelon. It’s amazing!

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Large Batch of Melon Mixer

I didn’t want to waste the watermelon puree so I made a pitcher of Melon Mixers for my 4th of July party. They can be made one day in advance and stored in the refrigerator without ice. When you are ready to serve, add ice to the pitcher instead of the club soda. Everyone will love the Melon Mixer!

Makes 20 Single Servings

• 20 Ounces Vodka
• 10 Ounces Watermelon Puree
• 20 Ounces Sweet & Sour Mix

Final Sip

As temperatures rise and summer calls, embrace the season’s bounty with this delightful Melon Mixer. The cocktail, bursting with fresh flavors and coolness, is the ultimate way to toast to the joys of summer. So, grab your shaker, mix up a batch, and savor the taste of sunshine in every sip. Cheers to summer!

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