Cucumber Watermelon Mojito

The Cucumber Watermelon Mojito is a cool, easygoing cocktail that’s perfect for hot days and laid-back nights. It blends crisp cucumber and sweet watermelon with fresh mint and lime for a light, refreshing twist on the classic mojito. The flavors are clean and balanced, with just enough rum to round it all out. It’s the kind of drink that feels fresh without being fussy simple, smooth, and great for sipping outside or sharing with friends. Whether you’re by the pool or on the porch, this mojito brings a calm, fresh vibe with every sip.

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Tasting Notes

This Cucumber Watermelon Mojito is crisp, juicy, and super refreshing. The watermelon brings natural sweetness and a soft, fruity finish, while cucumber puree adds a cooling note that keeps the drink extra light. Lime juice brightens it up with a little citrus bite, and mint gives it a fresh herbal kick. White rum ties everything together with a smooth, subtle edge, and club soda keeps it bubbly. It’s cool, hydrating, and full of clean summer flavor.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a shaker, muddler, jigger, and strainer. A citrus press helps with lime juice, and a fine mesh strainer is useful if you want a smooth pour without pulp. Serve in a highball or Collins glass filled with crushed or cubed ice. A bar spoon is handy for a light stir before serving. Use a cocktail pick or tuck the cucumber and watermelon garnish right into the glass.

Ingredients

• 1.5 oz white rum
• 1 oz lime juice
• 1 oz cucumber purée
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 4 watermelon slices (seedless)
• 5–6 mint leaves
• Club soda, to top
• Garnish: cucumber slice and watermelon wedge

Instructions

• In a shaker or mixing glass, muddle the watermelon, mint, and lime juice.
• Add the cucumber purée, rum, and simple syrup.
• Fill with ice and shake gently to chill and mix.
• Strain into a highball glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top with club soda and stir lightly.
• Garnish with a slice of cucumber and a small watermelon wedge.

Pro Tips

• Use fresh, seedless watermelon for easy muddling and better flavor.
• Don’t over-muddle the mint just enough to release the oils.
• Shake well to blend the cucumber puree smoothly.
• Double straining will keep the texture light and clean.
• Chill your glass ahead of time to keep the drink colder longer.

When to Serve

This Cucumber Watermelon Mojito is made for warm-weather sipping perfect for poolside lounging, brunches, or BBQs. It’s light and hydrating with just enough kick to keep it interesting. Serve it at summer parties or anytime you want a mojito with a fresh twist.

Which Liquor Brands to Choose

• Go with a smooth white rum like Bacardi, Don Q, or Flor de Caña.
• Use fresh cucumber puree either blended cucumber strained through a fine mesh or a store-bought juice with no additives.
• Fresh lime juice is a must, and stick to a basic 1:1 simple syrup.
• Club soda brands like Topo Chico or Fever-Tree add good fizz.

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