Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
1 cup

water

1 cup

mint

chopped

1 cup

sugar

1 unit

lime

juice of

3.5 cup

seedless watermelon

cubed

1 unit

ice

5 unit

white rum

Step 1
~2 min

Combine water and chopped mint in a small saucepan.

Step 2
~2 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer for 2-3 minutes to infuse the mint flavor.

Step 3
~2 min

Add sugar to the mint-infused water and stir until dissolved.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove the saucepan from heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in the lime juice.

Step 6
~2 min

Allow the syrup to cool completely.

Step 7
~2 min

In a blender, combine cubed seedless watermelon and ice.

Step 8
~2 min

Blend until smooth.

Step 9
~2 min

Strain the mint syrup to remove the mint leaves.

Step 10
~2 min

Add the strained mint syrup and white rum to the blended watermelon.

Step 11
~2 min

Adjust the amount of rum to taste.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour the watermelon mojito into cocktail glasses.

Step 13
~2 min

Garnish with mint sprigs or watermelon slices, if desired.

Step 14
~2 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust sweetness to your liking by adding more or less sugar.

For a stronger mojito, increase the amount of rum.

Garnish with fresh mint sprigs and watermelon wedges.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The mint syrup can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate (Minty)
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with light appetizers such as fruit skewers or cheese and crackers.

Enjoy on a hot summer day.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled chicken skewers with a lime marinade
Spicy shrimp tacos

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Cuba

Cultural Significance

Mojitos are a popular cocktail in Cuban culture.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Summer parties
Beach gatherings
Cocktail hours

Occasion Tags

Summer parties
Cocktail hour
BBQs

Popularity Score

75/100