Watermelon is the perfect beverage to quench thirst on warm summer days. Watermelon is a naturally refreshing fruit, full of vitamins and mineral. They are also a fun treat for adults and kids to enjoy together!
Enjoy these refreshing watermelon-based drinks on a hot afternoon or anytime you feel like cooling down. They're easy to make, and will leave you feeling refreshed.
Watermelon Lemonade:
This lemonade recipe contains sweet, juicy and delicious watermelon. It is refreshing and will make you want more. It is an easy, quick recipe you can make without a blend.
Watermelon Floats:
You can easily turn leftover watermelon-juice into an icecream float if you still have any left over after making the cocktail. Just pour it into a container, add some vanilla ice cream and top with club soda for an icy treat! You can also spike it with a little vodka if that's what you like.
Watermelon Sangria:
You must try this watermelon sangria if you want to make a tasty drink for your next party. This aguas fresca cocktail will become a new favorite.
Watermelon Mule:
This watermelon mule is a twist on the classic, using equal parts of ginger beer and watermelon juice. Everyone will enjoy this light and refreshing beverage.
This mule can be made in a large, sealed mason cup or travel cup. This will keep it fresh and flavorful for hours in the fridge!
Choose the right watermelon
Before you buy a watermelon, make sure it's ripe. Pollination marks are tiny black dots on the rind. If the spots are not yellow or white, it means that they are unripe.
A ripe watermelon will be thick and heavy in texture. It should be a bright color with lots and lots of sweet meat. The fruit should be fresh-smelling and free of any off-odors.
You can buy ready-made watermelon juice at your local grocery store, but it isn't as good as freshly-made. It may not be as juicy and sweet and you might need to use more to get the same flavor.
If you would like to juice the watermelon then place it into a blender until it becomes smooth and sweet. This is an excellent way to save watermelon juice and it's much healthier than buying bottled watermelon.
It's a great recipe and it will definitely be a hit!
This recipe can be made in advance and stored in the fridge. You can then shake it before serving to give it extra zing and flavor!
These drinks are so simple to make, they'll become your go-to beverage for summer bbqs or parties. These are tasty, refreshing drinks that you can share with friends.
FAQ
What is a shot glass used for?
Shot glasses, which are small cups, are used to hold shots of liquor. These glasses can be used for measuring 1/2 ounce, 1/4 or 1/8 ounces of liquor.
How long does a glass of wine take to chill?
It takes anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour for a glass of wine to chill completely. If you want to speed things up, you can place the bottle in the freezer for 15 to 20 minutes before serving.
What type of glasses should I purchase?
Buy glasses that hold 4oz (118ml) or less. Glasses larger than this tend to get very hot and could cause burns.
Why is it that people call a cocktail "a martini?"
In the early 1900s, when Americans drank more alcoholic beverages, they often called any drink containing alcohol a "martini." The term eventually became associated with a specific type of martini - one made with dry vermouth instead of sweet vermouth.
How long does it take you to make frozen cocktails from scratch?
It all depends on how many cocktails are being made. It will take 20 minutes to make 12 cocktails. It will take 40 to make 24 cocktails.
Statistics
- According to a post on Quora, the average bartender can make upward of 140 drinks per hour. (gloworder.com)
- American blended whiskeys are so inexpensive because they only have to contain 20 percent whiskey; the rest can be made up of neutral grain spirits, colorings, and flavorings. (mashed.com)
- The tequila should be 100 percent agave, not the cheaper “mixto” products, which blend a minimum of 51 percent agave with other sugars. (cooking.nytimes.com)
- You can simply follow the rule of thumb: $1/beer or wine, $2/ cocktail, and 10-20% for large tabs. (alembicbar.com)
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How To
How to make mixed drinks
Mixes are made from different ingredients like spirits, juices and liqueurs. They are then combined into one drink. Mixing liquors with water or ice creates a drink that contains alcohol. It usually includes fresh fruit juices like lemonade, soda water or tonic water, ginger ale and club soda.
The most common types of cocktails include the following:
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Margarita - A Mexican cocktail consisting of tequila, triple sec (or Cointreau), lime juice, and salt.
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Daiquiri -- A Cuban cocktail that includes rum sugar, lime juice, crushed ice, and rum
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Mojito- A Cuban cocktail based mainly on mint leaves, rum and vodka.
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Gin and Tonic – A British cocktail that consists of gin, tonic and a splash of water.
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Martini - A cocktail consisting of vermouth, vodka, bitters, and olive oil.
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Whiskey sour - A whisky cocktail that consists of sweetened milk, lemon, and whiskey.
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Sidecar - A French cocktail containing cognac, orange Juice, and grenadine.
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Collins – A cocktail that consists of equal parts gin and fresh lemon juice.
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Manhattan - A cocktail made with rye whiskey and sweet vermouth. It also includes maraschino cherry juice, sweet vermouth, angostura bitters and seltzer.
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White Russian - A cocktail consisting of vodka, Kahlua, coffee liqueur, and cream.
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Brandy Alexander: A mix of brandy and creme de cacao, heavy cream, and dark chocolate syrup.