Sparkling Watermelon Punch

Sparkling Watermelon Punch

45 mins
easy
8 servings

A vibrant and refreshing summer punch perfect for parties or a relaxing afternoon. This recipe combines sweet watermelon with a touch of citrus and a hint of spice.

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Equipment Needed

  • Blender
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • Pitcher
  • Rocks glasses

Ingredients

  • 4.00 poundsSeedless Watermelon(Rind removed, cubed)
  • 1.00 cupGin(For a non-alcoholic option, substitute with sparkling water or club soda)
  • 0.50 cupFresh Lemon Juice
  • 3.00 tablespoonsCampari(For a less bitter flavor, use a smaller amount)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsKosher Salt(or 1 tbsp + 1/2 tsp)
  • 0.50 teaspoonAleppo Pepper Flakes(Adjust to taste)
  • 0.50 lemonLemon(For rimming the glasses)

Instructions

1

Combine salt and pepper flakes on a small plate.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

2

Moisten the rims of 8 rocks glasses with lemon slices, then dip in the salt mixture.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

3

Blend watermelon until smooth.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Strain the watermelon puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Add gin, lemon juice, and Campari to the pitcher.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Stir well to combine.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Fill the prepared glasses with ice.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Pour the punch into the glasses.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

9

Garnish with a watermelon wedge or a lemon slice, if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes