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Watermelon Lime Wine Cooler
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Watermelon Lime Mint Cocktails

Cool, refreshing Watermelon Lime Mint Cocktails to enjoy on a hot day or just because. Sweet and tart, but utterly refreshing! Easy to make!
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Keyword easy drink recipes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 2 drinks
Calories 432kcal
Author Nicole Cook

Ingredients

For the Wine Cooler:

  • ⅔ cups watermelon juice
  • 1 cups Riesling Wine
  • 1 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 Tablespoons Mint Syrup recipe below
  • splash club soda

For the Mint Syrup:

  • ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cups water
  • ¼ cups mint leaves chopped

Instructions

To Make Mint Syrup:

  • In a pan on the stovetop over medium heat, stir together the water and sugar until it has completely dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the chopped mint leaves and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from and cool completely.
  • Store in a sealed bottle in the refrigerator for about 3 weeks. Can be added to all kinds of drinks and smoothies and other sweet recipes.

To Make Wine Cooler:

  • Start with a fresh Watermelon. Cut into 1-inch cubes, removing any seeds and the rind.
  • Place the watermelon chunks in a blender or food processor until the watermelon is completely liquified.
  • Using a mesh strainer or piece of cheesecloth, strain the watermelon juice to remove the pulp.
  • Mix all ingredients for the Wine Cooler together. Fill a tall glass with ice and pour wine cooler over ice.
  • Garnish with a sprig of mint and a lime wedge if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 432kcal | Carbohydrates: 79g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 215mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 70g | Vitamin A: 531IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg