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    Recipes » Drinks » Cocktails

    Watermelon Martini (with Gin or Vodka)

    Published: Jul 1, 2022 · Modified: Oct 25, 2022 by foodworthfeed - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This watermelon martini recipe is the perfect refreshing drink for a hot Summer day! These easy, cosmo-style martinis are made with vodka or gin and bursting with fresh watermelon flavor!

    Two watermelon martinis and fresh watermelon wedges

    This gin or vodka watermelon cocktail is one of our favorite drink recipes for Summer! They are so yummy! If you love watermelon drinks, be sure to check out our Jalapeño Watermelon Margaritas, too!

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    • Ingredients
    • How To Make This Recipe
    • When To Serve Watermelon Martinis
    • More Summer Cocktail Recipes
    • Recipe

    Ingredients

    These fresh watermelon martinis are easy to make with a few simple ingredients! Here's what you'll need:

    Ingredients needed for watermelon martinis
    Ingredient quantities can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
    • Watermelon Syrup - The star of the show!!! Our watermelon cocktail recipes are made with a quick, 5 Minute Watermelon Simple Syrup. All you need is some seedless watermelon and a bit of sugar! The recipe is included below but be sure to check out the full post for tips on picking a perfect watermelon and more watermelon drink ideas!
    • Vodka or Gin - Use your favorite bottle of vodka for martinis that are bursting with the natural sweetness and flavors of fresh watermelon juice. 
      • You can also experiment with infused vodka. For gin martinis, we recommend using a Spring or Summer style gin that is lighter and won't overpower the delicious Summer fruit!
    • Triple Sec, Cointreau or Grand Marnier - A little orange liqueur pairs perfectly. For a lower alcohol content, substitute more watermelon or orange juice.
    • Lemon Juice - A touch of bright citrus juice helps to balance the fresh flavors with a touch of tartness.
    • Ice - For shaking!

    How To Make This Recipe

    These drinks are so easy to make! Check out the recipe card below for more detailed instructions!

    1. Make homemade watermelon syrup.
    2. Add all ingredients to the cocktail shaker.
    3. Shake, shake, shake!
    4. Pour through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled martini glass and garnish with watermelon balls or mini watermelon slice!
    5. Cheers!
    Straining a watermelon vodka cocktail into a martini glass

    When To Serve Watermelon Martinis

    This watermelon martini cocktail recipe perfect for enjoying all Summer long! For the best watermelon-y flavor, we recommend making this recipe in the peak of watermelon season! 

    Here are a few of our favorite times to enjoy this recipe:

    • Summer Holidays - Watermelon martinis are the perfect cocktail to serve at your Summer celebrations! We love them at cookouts for 4th of July, Summer Solstice and all of Labor Day weekend!
    • Barbecues - Watermelon drinks are the perfect pairing for a good backyard BBQ! Try it with our Smoked Chicken Quarters and Apricot BBQ Sauce!
    • Ladies Night - These drinks go fast on a good girls' night!
    • Pool Parties - Such a fun way to kick back and relax on sunny Summer days! Use the same watermelon syrup to make the kids sodas and non-alcoholic watermelon lemonade!
    • Happy Hours and Dinner Parties - Watermelon vodka cocktails make for a lovely seasonal aperitif!
    A photo of a watermelon martini garnished with a melon ball

    More Summer Cocktail Recipes

    Here are some of our other fruity cocktails that are perfect for sipping in the Summer months!

    • Spicy Mezcal Margaritas
    • Hibiscus Rum Punch
    • Raspberry Lychee Collins - Cocktail OR Mocktail
    • Peach Moscow Mule (Vodka, Bourbon or Virgin)

    If you make this drink, please leave a star rating below!

    Recipe

    A photo of a watermelon martini garnished with a melon ball

    Watermelon Martini (with Gin or Vodka)

    These easy cocktails are the BEST Summertime refreshment! Make yours with gin or vodka!
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    Course: Happy Hour
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 7 minutes
    Total Time: 7 minutes
    Servings: 1 Cocktail
    Author: foodworthfeed
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    Special Equipment

    • 1 Blender or Food Processor
    • 1 Funnel
    • 1 Fine-Mesh Strainer
    • 1 Cocktail Shaker (or Mason Jar with Lid)
    • 1 Hawthorne Cocktail Strainer
    • 1 Fine-Mesh Cocktail/Tea Strainer

    Ingredients

    Watermelon Syrup (About 2 Cups)

    • 1 pound cubed seedless watermelon About 3 Cups
    • 4 ounces granulated sugar ½ Cup plus 1 Tablespoon

    Watermelon Martini (1 Serving)

    • 1½ ounces vodka or gin
    • ¾ ounce Watermelon Syrup
    • ¾ ounce lemon juice freshly squeezed
    • ½ ounce Triple Sec or other orange liqueur
    • Ice as needed for shaking
    • 1 watermelon ball or mini watermelon wedge optional garnish
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    Instructions

    Watermelon Syrup (About 2 Cups)

    • Add watermelon to a blender (or food processor) and process on high speed until puréed. Set aside.
    • Add sugar to a mason jar. Arrange a funnel and fine mesh strainer over the jar. Strain fresh watermelon puree into the jar with the sugar. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 30 - 60 seconds or until the sugar is completely dissolved. 
      Use immediately or keep refrigerated for up to 1 - 2 weeks.

    Watermelon Martini (1 Serving)

    • Combine vodka or gin, watermelon syrup, triple sec, lemon juice and ice in a cocktail shaker. Shake vigorously for 30 seconds until ice cold.
    • Strain through a Hawthorne and fine mesh tea strainer into a chilled martini glass. Garnish with a melon ball or mini watermelon wedge, as desired. Serve immediately. Cheers!

    *Unless otherwise noted, foodworthfeed recipes are developed using Diamond Crystal brand kosher salt. If using iodized or table salt, reduce quantities by about half.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 164kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 43mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 82IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 1mg
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