Watermelon Raspberry Cooler
Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: classic rum cocktails, raspberry cocktails, rum cocktails, watermelon cocktails, white rum, White Rum Cocktails
Servings: 1
- ½ cup seedless watermelon chunks
- ¼ cup raspberries
- 1 oz lime juice
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 2 oz white rum
- Sparkling water to top
- Garnish: watermelon chunks raspberries, lime wedge
In a shaker or mixing glass, muddle the watermelon and raspberries until juicy.
Add lime juice, simple syrup, and white rum.
Fill with ice and shake to chill and mix.
Strain into a tall glass filled with fresh ice.
Top with sparkling water and stir gently.
Garnish with watermelon, raspberries, and a lime wedge.
Pro Tips
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Use a blender for a smoother texture, or double strain to remove seeds and pulp.
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Chill all ingredients before mixing to keep the drink crisp without too much ice.
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For a stronger drink, skip the sparkling water or use less.
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Swap white rum for vodka if you want a lighter flavor.