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Watermelon Mojitos

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By Traci York — Updated September 9, 2022 — 29 Comments / Jump to Recipe
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The taste of summer in a scrumptious cocktail; Watermelon Mojitos! Like my Mango Mojitos, this white rum cocktail is easy to whip up and share. Single serve and pitcher ready, for your convenience!

Watermelon Mojitos in ice filled glasses garnished with a watermelon wedge.

Table of Contents

  • Simple Pleasures
  • Celebrating  Together
  • The Test of Time
  • Ingredients for Watermelon Mojitos!
  • A Few Notes on Watermelon Mojitos
  • More White Rum Cocktail Recipes to Love
  • Watermelon Mojitos – Single Serving or Pitcher!

Simple Pleasures

The simple pleasures of summer with the anticipation of long weekends, lingering picnics, long beach walks and vacation. These are the things I love most about summer. 

Too, it’s the fresh produce. 

Watermelon hits the top of the list so naturally watermelon mojitos are on the agenda!

But there’s reason for a white rum cocktail, anyway. To celebrate the joys of summer and…

Overhead shot of ingredients for Watermelon Mojitos!

Celebrating  Together

…Rob and I celebrated our twenty seventh (!!) anniversary last week!

I feel like I’ve known Rob all my life. We met when I was 14 and he 17. Years of learning, growing, celebrating, making big decisions and cultivating a life with my best friend. This is the same man I went to prom with. Twice! And yes, I had big Texas hair in the late 80’s. (omg)

Marriage is a big ole’ slice of humble pie, with patience, endurance and joy mixed in.

It’s not always fireworks and butterflies, however. Not the fairy tale image many girls are led to believe. But I didn’t go into this with blinders on. Even my younger self had some wisdom about her.

Watermelon in a blender.     Pouring simple syrup into a mixing glass with mint and lime. Muddling lime, mint and simple in a cocktail mixer glass.     Pouring pureed watermelon into a strainer into a cocktail mixing glass.

The Test of Time

It helps though, to have a willing partner who is ready to grow and share in that juicy slice of humble pie. Someone who’s all in too. 

Humility. Patience. Communication. Even when you don’t feel like you have the courage or energy in the face of challenge. Twenty seven years seems like a long time. And it is. 

We were high school sweethearts and decided we’d just see what the future held together. After my first year of college we married and have been sharing this journey together ever since.

But really, even if it sounds like a long time, I blinked and here we are.

I try not to get too caught up in the amount of time that has passed and simply relish in the celebration of a relationship that’s stood the test of time. One that I’m incredibly grateful for. It’s time to celebrate!

A GIF of mixing Watermelon Mojitos! Straining Watermelon Mojitos into an ice filled cocktail glass.     Topping the mojitos with club soda.

Ingredients for Watermelon Mojitos!

Find in season watermelon, organic if possible and seedless makes it easer to deal with prior to blending. Here’s what you’ll need:

  • Homemade mint simple syrup
  • Watermelon
  • Mint
  • Lime
  • White Rum
  • Crushed Ice
  • Club Soda

Be sure to pick up extra mint for a pretty garnish! I grow a pot of mint for summer entertaining. It’s a fail-proof plant and it’s the one thing the deer don’t eat.  

 Watermelon Mojitos garnished with watermelon and a mint sprig.

A Few Notes on Watermelon Mojitos

  • The mint simple syrup can be made weeks in advance. I sometimes forget to make it, so after pouring the freshly made simple into a storage container, I pop it in the freezer, unlidded for about 1/2 an hour to cool. 
  • These white rum cocktails are best freshly made and with the juiciest, organic, in season and seedless watermelon you can get your hands on. A trip to the farmers market may be in order! 
  • Watermelon mojitos make a fabulous mocktails too. Simply omit the rum and add a bit more club and simple to taste. 

More White Rum Cocktail Recipes to Love

  • Strawberry Mojitos
  • Blueberry Mojitos
  • Pina Coladas
  • Blood Orange Mojitos

So here’s to summer, watermelon mojitos and relationships that have enriched our lives, be it friends, relatives or the loves of our lives. 

Watermelon Mojitos in ice filled glasses garnished with a watermelon wedge.
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Watermelon Mojitos - Single Serving or Pitcher!

Total Time:10 minutes minutes
Servings:6 Servings
Calories:248kcal
Author:Traci York
The taste of summer in a scrumptious cocktail; Watermelon Mojitos! Easy to whip up and share. Single serve and pitcher ready, for your convenience!

Ingredients

For a Single Serving:

  • 2-3 Sprigs of Fresh Mint leaves and stems + more for garnish
  • 1/2 Lime cut into quarters
  • 1/2 oz (14g) Simple Syrup* or to taste (recipe in notes)
  • 2 oz (56g) Light Rum
  • 3 oz (85g) Watermelon Purée** seedless
  • Club Soda
  • Ice

For a Pitcher or Six Servings:

  • A Fist Full of Fresh Mint leaves and stems + more for garnish
  • 3 Limes cut into quarters
  • 1/3 C (85g) Simple Styrup* or to taste
  • 1 1/2 C (340g) Light Rum
  • 2 C (510g) Watermelon Purée**
  • Club Soda I use about 1 1/2 C to top the pitcher
  • Ice

Instructions

For a Single:

  • *Because watermelon can vary widely in its sweetness, add more or less simple syrup to taste.
    In a cocktail shaker, or cocktail mixing glass, layer the cut lime wedges, and mint springs. Pour in the simple syrup and use a muddler to muddle the mixture for about 30 seconds. The goal is to squeeze out the lime juice and to allow the mint to release its oils.
  • Add the light rum to the muddled mixture, then using a fine mesh strainer, strain in the puréed watermelon (save the solids for a smoothie!). Add crushed ice then shake or stir. Strain into an ice filled highball glass. Top with Club Soda. Stir. Garnish with a watermelon wedge and mint stem. 

For a Pitcher:

  • In a large Ball jar, layer the cut lime wedges, and mint springs. Pour in the simple syrup and use a muddler to muddle the mixture for about 30 seconds. The goal is to squeeze out the lime juice and to allow the mint to release its oils. Add the light rum and to the muddled mixture. Stir. Strain into a pitcher. 
  • Into the pitcher, use a fine mesh strainer to strain in the watermelon puree (save the solids for a smoothie!). Stir, add ice (or add ice to individual glasses) and top with club soda. Serve right away. 

Notes

*For the Simple Syrup: Pour 1/2 C (120g) sugar and 1/2 C (116g) water into small saucepan and bring to a boil. Stir. Boil until all the sugar is dissolved, just a few minutes. Pour into a lidded container for storage in the refrigerator until ready to use. For added minty goodness, add a few sprigs of mint to the simple syrup before cooking and allow it to steep for about 10 minutes before transferring the syrup to a storage container. 
**Purée the watermelon in a blender or food processor. A high speed blender will break down the watermelon most efficiently. Watermelon purée can be stored in a lidded container in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Nutrition is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate. If this information is important to you, please have it verified independently.
Calories: 248kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 107mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 16.7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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  1. Avatar for PhyllPhyll

    March 7, 2020 at 9:30 am

    I just read your blog on marriage and thank you for sharing. My husband and I meet in our last year of high school, we had history classes together. We grew together, despite different colleges, the army for him and me working in corporate america. We married, had two children and now in 2020 we have been married 50 years!!!!!! We would do it all over again, if we had the chance. We count our blessings constantly.

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      March 7, 2020 at 10:23 am

      Hi Phyll! Congratulations on your relationship’s test of time… 50 years! Absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
  2. Avatar for Rachael @ RachaelRachael @ Rachael's Foodie Life

    October 11, 2017 at 3:54 am

    Happy anniversary!! 19 years is huge! These sounds so refreshing and just perfect for summer!

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  3. Avatar for Aysegul SanfordAysegul Sanford

    September 8, 2017 at 9:19 am

    5 stars
    Happy anniversary!! We are celebrating our 6th this month. Those tips about marriage are so on point. It is a lot of work, but love my husband to pieces. <3
    I make a similar watermelon mojito all the time. But yours look much better. :) I wish I could have a glass with you one of these days.

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 13, 2017 at 6:29 am

      Thank you Aysegul and congratulations on your anniversary too! One day we WILL have a cocktail together!! xo

      Reply
  4. Avatar for Supriya KutttySupriya Kuttty

    September 6, 2017 at 5:25 am

    This WATERMELON Mojito looks so amazing Traci. Really Loved the GIF image and all the images you took. And many many many many many congratulations on your anniversary Dear. Stay blessed and Stay n Keep sharing this kind of recipes with us. Best wishes and regards.

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 13, 2017 at 6:28 am

      Thaaank you so much Supriya! I appreciate your well wishes and I hope you enjoy this scrumptious cocktail!

      Reply
  5. Avatar for JessJess

    September 4, 2017 at 6:28 am

    These look so refreshing Traci! Perfect for the long weekend!

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 13, 2017 at 6:27 am

      Thank you so much Jess!

      Reply
  6. Avatar for Laura | Tutti DolciLaura | Tutti Dolci

    September 2, 2017 at 2:33 pm

    We’re in the triple digits all weekend and these mojitos are just what I need to stay cool! :)

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 13, 2017 at 6:27 am

      Tooo hot, Laura! I hope it’s cooled by now! xo

      Reply
  7. Avatar for Geraldine | Green Valley KitchenGeraldine | Green Valley Kitchen

    September 2, 2017 at 1:09 pm

    5 stars
    Twenty seven years is amazing – congratulations to you both. I feel like you’re an old friend through your storytelling on this blog even though we’ve never met in person! Wishing you and Rob many more wonderful years of happiness. I wish I could raise a glass of this delicious refreshing cocktail to say cheers! I love water melon so I will definitely be trying this soon – so glad the markets now carry the small watermelons. Have a great holiday weekend.

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 13, 2017 at 6:26 am

      Thank you Geraldine! And I too, feel like we’re old friends… I’m thrilled you’ve stayed with me all this time.. almost since the beginning! I DO hope we meet IRL. xo

      Reply
  8. Avatar for Lindsay CotterLindsay Cotter

    September 1, 2017 at 7:48 pm

    Love that video! well done friend! And happy anniversary! so much to celebrate! <3

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:48 am

      Thank you Linds! xoxo So much TO celebrate indeed. :D

      Reply
  9. Avatar for rebecca | DisplacedHousewiferebecca | DisplacedHousewife

    September 1, 2017 at 6:16 pm

    I love this story Traci. And I agree — we need to see big prom hair!!! These look so refreshing and the perfect end to summer. I think I need to pick the last of my watermelons and make these!!! xoxo

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:47 am

      LOL – big prom hair – those photos are in a box, where they’ll stay LOL! Pick those watermelon’s my dear, then hang out on the couch with someone handsome fanning you, while you sip on one of these! ox

      Reply
  10. Avatar for Kelly@InspiredEdiblesKelly@InspiredEdibles

    September 1, 2017 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    Ok, first off, I want to see your big Texas hair from the 80’s (email it to me if you need to but that’s gotta happen ;-). Happy 27th Anniversary to you and Rob, that’s really something and I love how you describe your relationship. You know I am as traditional as it gets when it comes to margaritas and mojitos (the two drinks I will venture outside of wine/beer for heeheeh) but your watermelon mojito looks so refreshing and gorgeous – I would partake in a snap! Cheers to you Traci and the beautiful life you’ve created, x.

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:45 am

      LOL – okay, well, Kelly, you’ll have to come visit me if you are to see those photos – lol! So excited to hear you’ll step out of your mojito box for this one my dear! I’d gladly whip one, or two up for you! xo

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    • Avatar for LunaLuna

      September 28, 2017 at 1:31 am

      I second Kelly – we HAVE TO see at least a pic of you in that hair!!!! Happy Anniversary Traci and Rob!

      Reply
  11. Avatar for IzzyIzzy

    September 1, 2017 at 11:48 am

    And, congratulations on your anniversary!!! 27 years is so impressive! Also, I’d like to see a photo of your big prom hair :)

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:44 am

      Thaaank you Izzy! Yeah, those photos are in a box… where they need to stay! lol!

      Reply
  12. Avatar for Izzy @ She Likes FoodIzzy @ She Likes Food

    September 1, 2017 at 11:45 am

    These are beautiful, Traci!! Watermelon is such a quintessential summer flavor! I wish I had a few of these right now! I hope you two have a great long weekend :)

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  13. Avatar for Mary Ann | The Beach House KitchenMary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

    September 1, 2017 at 11:11 am

    Well congratulations to you and Rob Traci! Tom and I have been married 27 years also! I LOVE your definition of marriage. You couldn’t be any more right! What a gorgeous cocktail to celebrate summer winding down and your anniversary! The pink color of these fabulous cocktails has me swooning! Mojitos happen to be a favorite of mine too, so I’ll be adding these to our specialty cocktail list ASAP! Hope you have a wonderful holiday weekend my friend! Soak it all in!

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:44 am

      Well, cheers to you and Tom too, Mary Ann! Congratulations and I’ll toast a watermelon Mojito to the two of you! xo

      Reply
  14. Avatar for Sarah @ Making Thyme for HealthSarah @ Making Thyme for Health

    September 1, 2017 at 9:20 am

    Aw, this post was so sweet and gave me goosebumps! I can’t believe you’ve been together for 27 years. That is so very special. Congratulations!

    Brandon and I are going on 13 years of dating and it’s getting easier with time but man, it can be a lot of work to hold a relationship together for that long, lol!

    I can’t think of a better way to celebrate than with these watermelon mojitos. They look so refreshing and your photography is absolutely stunning, per usual! :)

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:43 am

      Thank you Sarah… yeah, can you imagine a hair towel in your kitchen drawer for 27 years? LOL!!! Congrats for 13 years! Something to celebrate my dear… indeed, a lot of effort, but worth it, wouldn’t you say?

      Reply
  15. Avatar for Karen @ Seasonal CravingsKaren @ Seasonal Cravings

    September 1, 2017 at 5:08 am

    What a beautiful love story. 27 years! Wow. My hubby and I have only been married 19 years and it feels like no time at all. What a gorgeous cocktail and a great way to enjoy the last of the summer watermelon!

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    • Avatar for TraciTraci

      September 2, 2017 at 10:42 am

      Thaaank you Karen! 19 years is something to celebrate for sure! Cheers to you two, too! :D

      Reply

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