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Meloncholy in Pink
By: Sipzy
Beverage Type(s)
- Non-alcoholic
Recommended Occasion
Summer brunches, gallery nights, and garden parties
Flavor Profile
JuicyRefreshingCitrusyLightCooling
Description
A blush-pink watermelon mocktail brightened with fresh lime and balanced with a touch of agave. It is juicy, cooling, and elegant without feeling overly sweet.
Ingredients
- Seedless watermelon, cubed - 3 cups
- Fresh lime juice - 1 fl oz
- Agave syrup - 2 tsp
- Chilled water - 1/4 cup
- Fine sea salt - 1 pinch
- Ice cubes - 1 cup
- Small watermelon wedge - 1 wedge
- Basil leaf - 1 leaf
Preparation Instructions
- Add the watermelon, lime juice, agave syrup, chilled water, and sea salt to a blender.
- Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30 seconds.
- Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a mixing bowl, pressing with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
- Fill two serving glasses with ice.
- Divide the strained watermelon mixture between the glasses.
- Garnish each glass with a small watermelon wedge and a basil leaf, then serve immediately.
Equipment required: blender, fine-mesh strainer, mixing bowl, spoon, knife, cutting board, measuring spoons, liquid measuring cup
Dietary Goals
- Vegan
- Gluten-Free
- Dairy-Free
Additional Information
- Use very cold watermelon for the brightest flavor and least dilution.
- For a fuller texture, you can skip the straining step.
- Simple syrup can be used instead of agave syrup in the same amount.
- A squeeze of extra lime just before serving can sharpen the finish.