If you're looking for a delicious summer cocktail, look no further than this watermelon vodka cocktail recipe. Made with fresh watermelon, vodka, and a few other simple ingredients, this refreshing drink is perfect for sipping by the pool or enjoying at your next backyard BBQ.
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Why you'll love this recipe:
- Made with fresh watermelon, no need for store-bought juice.
- Simple to make and can be easily scaled up to make for a party.
- Refreshing and light which makes it perfect for summer parties.
Ingredients
- Watermelon chunks
- Vodka
- Simple Syrup
For Watermelon Vodka Cooler
- Ice
- Watermelon chunks
- Vodka
- Dekuyper Watermelon Pucker
- A small squeeze of fresh lemon or lime
- Club soda or sparkling water
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Plastic wrap or aluminum foil
- Cocktail glass
Instructions
For Watermelon Chunks
- Cut the fresh watermelon into cubes and place into a bowl.
- Top watermelon with 75% vodka and 25% Simple Syrup until all watermelon pieces are immersed.
- Store covered in your refrigerator, 1 day or up to a week until ready to use.
For Watermelon Vodka Cooler
- Fill a tall glass half with ice (I use a 13 oz glass for this).
- Spoon in about ½ cup of the watermelon pieces.
- Add in 2 oz vodka (more or less depending on your preference and glass size used)
- Add in 2 oz of the Watermelon Pucker, followed by a quick squeeze of lemon or lime (just a spritz).
- Stir.
- Lastly, top with club soda or sparkling water, some mint and a straw.
Storage
The flavored watermelon chunks can be stored in the fridge for up to one week. Though once you make the cocktail it is best enjoyed right away.
Simple syrup can also be stored in the fridge for up to one week.
Tips For Vodka Watermelon Cocktail
- Make sure that all the watermelon chunks are completely covered by the vodka and simple syrup mixture. This will help to ensure that your vodka stays nice and flavorful.
- If you want a sweeter drink, add in an extra ounce or two of the simple syrup. For a tart cocktail, add in an extra squeeze of lemon or lime.
- If you want a stronger drink, add in more vodka. However, if you want it weaker, add in more club soda or sparkling water.
- Serve chilled over ice with a straw and a fresh sprig of mint.
Watermelon Vodka Cocktail FAQ
Do you have questions about this watermelon vodka drink recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this recipe.
It's called drunk watermelon. By adding simple syrup your watermelon will keep its sweetness.
Adding alcohol to fruit is perfectly safe and will not cause any harmful side effects. However, please drink responsibly.
Yes, you can use flavored vodka to make this cocktail. Some good options include: watermelon, lemon, or lime.
Yes, you can use rum, tequila, or gin in place of the vodka. However, the flavor of your cocktail will be slightly different.
If you don't have club soda or sparkling water on hand, you can use lemon lime soda or flat water instead.
My Watermelon Moonshine recipe (below) is a summer must make! It's party in a jar!!
Serving Suggestions
- Enjoy as an ice old shot (straight from the freezer).
- Serve over ice and top off with club soda or seltzer.
Cocktail recipes to try
- If you love refreshing cocktails then give this Frozen Margaritas recipe a try!
- Bourbon Slush is a light and refreshing adult beverage that tastes amazing on a warm day.
- Peaches are one of my favorite summer fruits, and when you try a sip of this Peach Moonshine recipe you will understand why.
Watermelon Vodka Cooler
Ingredients
- For Watermelon Chunks
- Watermelon chunks
- Vodka
- Simple Syrup*
- For Watermelon Vodka Cooler
- Ice
- Watermelon chunks
- 2 oz Vodka or more
- 2 oz Dekuyper Watermelon Pucker
- A small squeeze of fresh lemon or lime
- 6 oz Club soda or sparkling water enough to top your glass
Instructions
- For Watermelon Chunks
- Cut fresh watermelon into cubes and place into a bowl.
- Top watermelon with 75% vodka and 25% Simple Syrup until all watermelon pieces are immersed.
- Store covered in your refrigerator, 1 day or up to a week until ready to use.
- For Watermelon Vodka Cooler
- Fill a tall glass half with ice (I use a 13 oz glass for this).
- Spoon in about ½ cup of the watermelon pieces.
- Add in 2 oz vodka (more or less depending on your preference and glass size used)
- Add in 2 oz of the Watermelon Pucker, followed by a quick squeeze of lemon or lime (just a spritz).
- Stir.
- Top with club soda or sparkling water, some mint and a straw.
- Repeat!
Linda says
I want to try this but with Agave syrup not sugar syrup, has anyone done that?
icmarkets says
I’m not sure if I messed up but I followed all instructionsI to tried this recipe very easy n quick to make
Jan says
WHAT IS WATERMELON
PUCKER ?
Colleen says
It is a liquor found at the state/liquor store