It's hard to fully embrace fall when it still feels like summer in south Florida. In fact, we were just out on the boat playing in the water last weekend--that just doesn't feel like fall to me. With that said, I have one last summery cocktail for you. Let me introduce you to the Watermelon Martini with a twist. I used Square One Cucumber Vodka. It's a light, refreshing vodka that pairs perfectly with watermelon and a sprig of mint.
Ready to make an easy refreshing cocktail? You know you want one more weekend of summer in your life! This is an easy one, and you can use fresh or frozen watermelon. (If you're like me, you usually have some frozen fruit for adding to smoothies.)
PREPARE WATERMELON MARTINI WITH CUCUMBER VODKA:
You'll need 2 one-inch cubes of watermelon, about two tablespoons. If you're using frozen, allow it to thaw, about fifteen minutes. Place the watermelon, 3 tablespoons of water, and ½ teaspoon agave nectar into a mini food processor, such as a Magic Bullet. Process until smooth.
Add the watermelon puree and 3 ounces cucumber vodka to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a martini glass, and garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber wheel. Yep, it's that easy.
Find yourself a patch of sunshine, and enjoy a light, slightly sweet, refreshing cocktail before summer is truly gone.
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RECIPE NOTES:
- I really like Square One Cucumber Vodka, but a number of companies make good quality cucumber vodka.
- Want to transform this cocktail into a frozen summer treat? Check out Boozy Freeze Pops to find out how.
- You could use simple syrup rather than agave nectar, but I strive to keep my recipes refined sugar free.
- Need bar supplies? VinoBravo makes a great shaker set.
- I love my Magic Bullet for small, quick food processing needs. It's compact and cleans up easily.
- Check out all the Cocktail and Drink recipes.
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OTHER SUMMER COCKTAILS YOU MAY LIKE:
Blue Hawaiian Cocktail (or Mocktail)
Watermelon Martini with Cucumber Vodka
Watermelon Martini with Cucumber Vodka is a refreshing, slightly sweet cocktail that will have you embracing summer just a little bit longer.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons fresh watermelon
- 3 tablespoons water
- ½ teaspoon agave nectar
- 3 ounces cucumber vodka
- cucumber slices for garnish
- mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- You'll need 2 one-inch cubes of watermelon, about two tablespoons. If you're using frozen, allow it to thaw, about fifteen minutes. Place the watermelon, 3 tablespoons of water, and ½ teaspoon agave nectar into a mini food processor, such as a Magic Bullet. Process until smooth.
- Add the watermelon puree and 3 ounces cucumber vodka to a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously until well chilled. Strain into a martini glass, and garnish with a mint sprig and cucumber wheel. Yep, it's that easy.
- Find yourself a patch of sunshine, and enjoy a light, slightly sweet, refreshing cocktail before summer is truly gone.
Notes
- If you're not a martini fan, simply serve this cocktail over ice.
- You can use fresh or frozen watermelon in this recipe. Just thaw the watermelon before blending.
- Simple syrup can be used in place of agave nectar.
Nutrition Information
Yield 1 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 141
Note: Nutritional information is an approximation. Different brands and/or quantities will change the nutrition profile.
Marcus
Hi, the article reminds me of drinking a cocktail in the afternoons of hot summer days! The recipe is fabulous!
Inspired Fresh Life
Thanks so much for your kind words, Marcus! It really is a refreshing martini for those hot summer days we've been having lately.
Cathy
Great combination flavor