Watermelon Bliss Gin Fizz

This refreshing summer cocktail combines the sweetness of watermelon, the tanginess of lemon, and the herbal notes of rosemary with a splash of gin. It's a perfect balance of flavors and a delightful drink for warm days.

Watermelon Bliss Gin Fizz

A refreshing and balanced cocktail featuring the flavors of watermelon, lemon, rosemary, and gin.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup + 12 tsp water
  • 1 sprig rosemary
  • 2 1/4 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 3/4 cups watermelon, diced
  • 1 1/2 oz gin
  • 1 lemon, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, combine sugar and 1 cup of water. Add rosemary sprigs. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  2. Once the sugar dissolves, remove from heat, cover the saucepan, and let it sit for at least an hour to infuse.
  3. In a blender, combine the lemon juice with diced watermelon. Blend in batches until smooth.
  4. Add the rosemary-infused simple syrup to the watermelon mixture, adjusting to your desired sweetness (usually about a cup).
  5. Pour the mixture into a large pitcher, add 12 tsp of cold water, and the gin. Stir to combine.
  6. Serve in glasses, garnished with a lemon slice and a sprig of rosemary.