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Fresh Watermelon Martini Cocktail

May 27, 2012 33 Comments

Watermelon Martini Cocktail in a Martini Glass with a Watermelon Wedge for Garnish

When the heat of summer hits, there is nothing quite like this Fresh Watermelon Martini to help you through the dog days of summer. Cold, light and so refreshing, it’s one of my favorite summer sippers.

Fresh Watermelon Martini Served Outdoors on Silver Tray

Although this recipe for a Fresh Watermelon Martini Cocktail calls for orange liqueur, I’ve included a bit of Limoncello in this cocktail. Traditionally I use the orange liqueur but when you’ve made your own Limoncello…well, can you blame me? The watermelon I got was so tiny and so ripe that any addition of simple syrup would have been overkill.

Still, use your own judgement, if you need a bit more sweetener go ahead and add some simple syrup (boil equal amounts of sugar and water until the sugar dissolves and then cool). I like all of my drinks a bit on the tart side but I have friends who go sweeter; a quick dose or two of simple syrup makes those variances easy to prepare.

Like many cocktails that include a seasonal fruit, this one requires patience. Patience as in, don’t be fooled by watermelons that are in the market in May. Getting a fresh local fruit in July can make all the difference. I’m posting this early so that planners can put it on their calendar but I strongly suggest you hold off actually making it until watermelon month in July; when fresh, juicy, sweet watermelons are at their peak.

Fresh Watermelon Martini

If you saw my recent post for a Lemon Drop Martini (if not, go there…the best I’ve ever had!) than you know I’m enamored with these sugar crystals I used on the rim. They’re typically used for decorating cake and cookies but I just love them for this purpose. You can find Sparkling Sugars in several colors at Michael’s and on Amazon; they are great for cocktails and cookies! Combining them with some kosher salt makes for a nice mix with the watermelon (and what I ALWAYS do with Margaritas) and made this one a real winner!

By the way; if you are a ‘Martini’ purist and think it blasphemy to call this a martini…that’s fine, it’s your right. But popular culture changes a lot of things and today, drinks served in a martini glass are often called martinis with nary a drop of gin in them. You call a ground beef patty a hamburger don’t you? Where’s the ham? 🙂

I’ve made lots of watermelon cocktails over the years; maybe one of these would interest you too?

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Watermelon Frosé Cocktail

3

Watermelon Salad with Toasted Pecans and Gorgonzola Cheese

4

Margarita Watermelon Slices

5

The Firecracker - Watermelon, Lime and Cucumber Cocktail

6

Strawberry, Basil and Watermelon Smoothie

7

Watermelon Salsa (Pico de Gallo)

8

Watermelon Moscow Mule Float Cocktail

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Watermelon Margarita Cocktail

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Watermelon Raspberry Cooler Cocktail

PIN ‘Fresh Watermelon Martini’

Watermelon Martini Cocktail in a Martini Glass with a Watermelon Wedge for Garnish

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Watermelon Martini Cocktail

Watermelon Martini Cocktail in a Martini Glass with a Watermelon Wedge for Garnish

A perfect cocktail for summer with fresh, juicy watermelon. Seedless are best for making this cocktail!

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup kosher salt
  • 6 oz fresh watermelon juice (I used a seedless watermelon so mixed it in my food processor and then strained it through a metal strainer).
  • 2 & 1/2 oz good vodka
  • 2 & 1/2 oz Limoncello or orange liqueur
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • Ice
  • Watermelon wedges for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill 2-3 glasses in your fridge or freezer 10 minutes before making the cocktail.
  2. Combine the sugar and salt and spread it on a flat bread plate. Dampen the rim of your glass with water or lime juice and dip it in the sugar/salt mixture. (Save the leftover mixture for another occasion).
  3. Combine the watermelon juice, vodka, liqueur and lime juice in a cocktail shaker. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 6-8 times.
  4. Strain and pour the mixture into the prepared glasses and garnish with a watermelon wedge.
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Comments

  1. Liz says

    July 2, 2012 at 4:28 pm

    Wow, the color is gorgeous! And I know these must be mighty tasty~
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      July 2, 2012 at 8:33 pm

      They are pretty and tasty...sort of the perfect summer cocktail huh? I'm off to have one now even. Wish you could join me!
      Reply
  2. Katie says

    July 2, 2012 at 7:22 am

    This sounds lovely, and such a pretty drink too!
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      July 2, 2012 at 9:45 am

      It really is Katie; though it should come with a warning...it goes down very easy especially when it's hot. I should have definitely done more sipping and less drinking. :)
      Reply
  3. Interactive Menu says

    May 12, 2012 at 4:36 am

    I love and really like to enjoy this type of cocktail. I love my mom also, she always ready to do anything for me at anytime.
    Reply
  4. Claire says

    May 11, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    Love this, a perfect treat for all mothers out there! Cheers!
    Reply
  5. Lora @cakeduchess says

    April 30, 2012 at 3:58 am

    Watermelon means summer is around the corner. Gorgeous cocktail from Gwen. The color is so pink and pretty:)Cheers to the both of you!xx
    Reply
  6. Katherine Martinelli says

    April 29, 2012 at 3:38 pm

    What a refreshing cocktail! Looks just perfect.
    Reply
  7. Liz says

    April 29, 2012 at 2:47 pm

    Ugh, food poisoning? I hope you're up to eating and drinking soon...but till then, I may have to sip on one of Gwen's gorgeous martinis in your place.....mmmmmm.
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      April 29, 2012 at 3:56 pm

      Yes...and ugh it has been. Really only deathly ill for one day but now a week of feeling bleh. A bit better every day but just amazed at the havoc that little bug wrought for me! I know I'm ready for a drink. Stat.
      Reply
  8. Kate@ FoodBabbles says

    April 29, 2012 at 9:30 am

    Since I saw this come across my Twitter feed the other day, I've been meaning to come over to fully check it out. I wanted this drink at 9am that day!! First, I'm so sorry to hear about your bout of food poisoning :( That's awful! Hope you're feeling better these days. Secondly, I'm headed right over to Gwen's site to lay my eyes all over this wonderful watermelon martini. xoxo
    Reply
  9. ilva says

    April 29, 2012 at 9:12 am

    YESSSSSS, I'm clicking over this minute!
    Reply
  10. Danijela says

    April 29, 2012 at 8:09 am

    It truly looks fantastic. Perfect summer drink. :)
    Reply
  11. Rhonda says

    April 29, 2012 at 1:09 am

    I have about 15 watermelon seed going right now, I'll be keeping this in mind; can't think of anything better a martini to use up a watermelon.
    Reply
  12. Karriann says

    April 28, 2012 at 10:18 am

    Perfect for a summer's drink. Cheers! ;) "Spice it Up"
    Reply
  13. Miss @ Miss in the Kitchen says

    April 27, 2012 at 9:17 pm

    UGH! Hope you feel better! The cocktail looks amazing!
    Reply
  14. DrStueven says

    April 27, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    The watermelon martini looks refreshing! Sorry to hear about the food poisoning. Was it from eating at home or at a restaurant? What food caused the infection? Dr Stueven DiningGrades.com
    Reply
    • Creative Culinary says

      April 28, 2012 at 9:48 am

      I did it to myself. That dish that set out...that one with cauliflower with cheese? Oh yeah...under that cheese WAS some mayo. Was sick within 90 minutes of having a couple of bites. DUMB. All my very own fault.
      Reply
  15. Nancy@acommunaltable says

    April 27, 2012 at 12:01 pm

    Hi Barb! Ugh... I am so sorry you've had a case of FP.... definitely no fun and I hope you are taking care of yourself!!! That martini is gorgeous and sounds like the perfect summer cocktail.. hopefully you'll be enjoying one very soon!!
    Reply
  16. Elle says

    April 27, 2012 at 10:51 am

    I had no idea you had food poisoning--I'm so sorry! The margarita looks fabulous.
    Reply
  17. Lael Hazan @educatedpalate says

    April 27, 2012 at 9:45 am

    Gorgeous photo and I love watermelon. I WANT!
    Reply
  18. Jayne says

    April 27, 2012 at 8:55 am

    Oh feel better soon Barb! Gorgeous looking martini!!
    Reply
  19. Lana @ Never Enough Thyme says

    April 27, 2012 at 7:27 am

    Oh, my gosh! How did I not know you'd been sick! Certainly hope you're on the mend now.
    Reply
  20. Wendy Read - Sunchowder says

    April 27, 2012 at 7:13 am

    So sorry to hear you were so ill, hope you are on the rebound quickly :)
    Reply
  21. kelley {mountain mama cooks} says

    April 27, 2012 at 7:12 am

    Sorry to hear about the food poisoning. On a brighter note, this looks delish. The promise of summer in a martini glass!
    Reply
  22. Lisa says

    April 27, 2012 at 6:45 am

    Poor, Barb..I've been through food poisoning and it was so bad it landed me in the hospital on IV fluids because I couldn't keep anything down. Glad yours hasn't reached those proportions, but it sucks no matter what. That said, I adore Gwen and her blog..what a fantastic, refreshing martini..the color is beautiful. As always, I need to pop over there :)
    Reply
  23. Paula says

    April 27, 2012 at 6:39 am

    I'm sorry that you had food poisoning and hope you are coming around to feeling more like yourself. This martini from Gwen looks wonderful and with temps at only 0 here today with high winds, I'm imagining sipping this out on a sun-drenched deck ;)
    Reply
  24. Jamie says

    April 27, 2012 at 6:28 am

    Oooh yes it does look amazing and lucky Gwen and Roger for making and drinking them. This must be the summer's ultimate drink!
    Reply
  25. Suzanne says

    April 27, 2012 at 6:25 am

    What a beautiful drink, so amazing, the picture is so gorgeous I wish I could reach my hand through the computer screen and grab it. So sorry about the FP, I had it last year, tainted cantaloupe it's no fun for sure. Feel better!
    Reply
  26. Karen Harris says

    April 27, 2012 at 6:02 am

    Oh wow! My mouth is watering. What a beautiful drink. I hope you are feeling better Barb. I think you are kind of like me and will eat anything once so the odds are good that food poisoning just might get us sooner or later. Sorry it got you, but maybe you are done with it now.
    Reply

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