Summer calls for a blended frozen beverage do you agree? My 2020 warm weather drink of choice: sparkling watermelon raspberry slushie cocktail. Oh and this recipe makes a pitcher of it so get excited 🥂!
I'm a huge frosé fan, especially a frozen strawberry frosé or one of my all time favorites, lemon lavender frosé. Honestly, it was only a matter of time before watermelon became involved.
The secret to the perfect sparkling watermelon raspberry slushie cocktail? Frozen watermelon. Cube it up prior to freezing, throw it in a ziplock bag, and freeze until ready to blend up!
Other than that, this cocktail takes approximately 5 minutes to make and is perfect for any (social distancing, mask wearing, no more than 5 people - oh the times we live in) get together out on your porch/balcony/deck or picnic.
Combine with a little grilling action for the perfect al fresco summer dinner. My personal outdoor dining pairing choices: Jamaican jerk chicken wings and a little dressed up corn on the cob.
Get the recipe below!
Sparkling Watermelon Raspberry Slushie Cocktail (Pitcher Recipe)
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 large pitcher 1x
Description
A watermelon raspberry frosé with fresh lime juice, a splash of grand mariner, and your choice of vodka or gin. The perfect chilled beverage for summer al fresco dining!
Ingredients
- 2 cups watermelon, cubed and frozen (about 8 ounces)
- 2 cups frozen raspberries (about 8 ounces)
- ½ cup your favorite vodka or gin
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup Grand Mariner
- 750 ml Sparkling Rosé wine (I prefer a drier rosé but if you like a sweeter taste, go for it!)
- 3-4 mint sprigs, plus extra for garnish
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Instructions
- Add frozen watermelon, frozen raspberries, mint sprigs, lime juice, vodka or gin, and Grand Marnier to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour into a pitcher. Slowly add sparkling rosé (it will bubble up if you pour it in too fast!). Stir gently until combined.
- Pour into glasses as desired. Garnish with mint sprigs and a slice of fresh watermelon. Serve chilled!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
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