Watermelon frosé is a refreshing and delicious frozen cocktail that’s perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day. Made with juicy watermelon and chilled rosé wine, this drink is both fruity and floral, with a hint of sweetness. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make watermelon frosé at home, so you can enjoy this trendy drink whenever you like.
Ingredients for Watermelon Frosé:
- 4 cups cubed seedless watermelon
- 1 bottle (750 ml) rosé wine, chilled
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Ice cubes, for serving
- Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
How to Make Watermelon Frosé:
- Place the cubed watermelon on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the watermelon out in a single layer and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until frozen solid.
- In a small saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- In a blender, combine the frozen watermelon cubes, chilled rosé wine, cooled simple syrup (sugar and water mixture), and lemon juice. Blend until smooth.
- Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large measuring cup or bowl, pressing on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
- Pour the strained mixture into a shallow baking dish and freeze for about 1 hour, or until the mixture starts to firm up around the edges.
- Using a fork, scrape the mixture to break up any large ice crystals. Return to the freezer and freeze for another 2-3 hours, scraping every hour, until the mixture is completely frozen and has a slushy consistency.
- To serve, spoon the frozen mixture into glasses and top with a splash of rosé wine. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and serve immediately.
About the Main Ingredients:
- Watermelon: Watermelon is the star of this drink, adding a sweet and juicy flavor. It’s also high in water content, making it perfect for blending into a frozen drink.
- Rosé Wine: Rosé wine adds a light and fruity flavor to the frosé. Choose a dry rosé for the best results, as it will balance the sweetness of the watermelon.
- Sugar: Sugar is used to make a simple syrup, which adds sweetness to the frosé. You can adjust the amount of sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
- Lemon Juice: Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds a bright and citrusy flavor to the frosé, balancing the sweetness of the watermelon and sugar.
- Mint Leaves: Fresh mint leaves are used as a garnish, adding a pop of color and a refreshing aroma to the drink. You can also muddle some mint leaves in the bottom of the glass for extra flavor.
This watermelon frosé is the perfect summer cocktail, combining the refreshing taste of watermelon with the floral notes of rosé wine. Enjoy it on a hot day for a cool and refreshing treat!
