Watermelon Mint Lemonade Summer (Print Version)

Watermelon, lemon, and mint combine for a vibrant summer drink. Easy, refreshing, and naturally vegan.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit & Juice

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (approximately 3 lemons)
03 - 1/4 cup honey or agave syrup, adjust to taste

→ Herbs

04 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ Liquids

05 - 2 cups cold water
06 - Ice cubes, for serving

→ Garnish

07 - Lemon slices
08 - Watermelon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Place watermelon cubes, lemon juice, honey or agave syrup, and mint leaves in the blender.
02 - Process on high speed until mixture is completely smooth.
03 - Pass the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, pressing with a spoon to extract liquid and remove pulp.
04 - Stir in the cold water, taste, and adjust sweetness as necessary.
05 - Refrigerate the pitcher for at least 1 hour to chill completely.
06 - Fill glasses with ice cubes, pour lemonade, and garnish with mint leaves, lemon slices, and watermelon wedges as desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • This lemonade transforms ordinary watermelon into a celebration-worthy refreshment you'll want to sip all day long.
  • Mint and lemon make every glass a burst of cool, tangy energy—perfect for unexpected guests or backyard gatherings.
02 -
  • Don't skip straining or you'll end up with thick pulp—trust me, I learned after the first sticky batch.
  • Muddling mint directly in each glass brings out an extra layer of flavor if you want an even fresher taste.
03 -
  • Straining makes your lemonade feel upscale and refreshing, not chunky.
  • Serving over plenty of ice ensures every glass stays cold, even in the summer heat.
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