Best 6 Watermelon Basil Martini Recipes

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Tantalize your taste buds with the vibrant and refreshing Watermelon Basil Martini, a delightful fusion of sweet watermelon, aromatic basil, and zesty lime. This cocktail offers a unique and flavorful twist on the classic martini, perfect for summer gatherings or a relaxing evening.

Indulge in a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to the Watermelon Basil Martini. Discover the secrets of crafting this enticing libation, from selecting the ripest watermelon to muddling the basil leaves for a burst of flavor. Elevate your cocktail-making skills with our expert tips and tricks, ensuring your Watermelon Basil Martini is nothing short of extraordinary.

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our Watermelon Basil Martini and accompanying recipes. Impress your friends and family with your mixology skills and culinary expertise. Cheers to unforgettable moments and delicious discoveries!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

EASY WATERMELON MARTINI



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Simple and delicious cocktail. Perfect for a hot summer day. You can garnish with a small piece of watermelon.

Provided by Genevieve

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 slice watermelon, rind removed
½ cup ice cubes, or as needed
1 (1.5 fluid ounce) jigger vodka

Steps:

  • Place watermelon in a cocktail shaker and crush with a muddler; add ice cubes and vodka. Cover shaker and shake well. Strain cocktail into a martini glass.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, Sodium 3.3 mg, Sugar 17.7 g

WATERMELON AND BASIL MARTINI



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My summer garden inspired me to venture into my cocktail laboratory to concoct this chic, fashionable summer martini. Best enjoyed wearing flip-flops. (Warning: More than one may cause misplaced flip-flops.)

Provided by Patti Weiss

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Vodka Drinks Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 slices peeled and thinly-sliced cucumber
2 leaves fresh basil
1 tablespoon white sugar
4 fluid ounces watermelon vodka
1 cup crushed ice
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon simple syrup (equal parts water and sugar)
2 slices peeled and thinly-sliced cucumber

Steps:

  • Place 2 thin slices of cucumber in a bowl with basil leaves and sugar and smash with a fork until softened; pour in a teaspoon of watermelon vodka to loosen the mixture. Place crushed ice into a cocktail shaker and transfer cucumber-basil mixture into shaker; top with remaining watermelon vodka, lime juice, and simple syrup. Shake and strain into 2 chilled martini glasses; garnish each cocktail with 1 slice of peeled cucumber. Best enjoyed wearing flip-flops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

WATERMELON COCKTAIL WITH GIN AND BASIL



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup water
1 cup sugar
small bunch of basil
1 small watermelon
1/2 cup gin
over ice

Steps:

  • Put 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and a small bunch of basil in a small saucepan. Boil until sugar dissolves, discard the basil and chill. Peel 1 small watermelon (3 pounds), and cut the flesh into large chunks. Purée them in a blender until smooth. Pour the purée through a fine-mesh strainer, and discard the solids. Combine the juice with the chilled basil syrup and about 1/2 cup gin. Serve over ice.

WATERMELON MARTINI



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Best summer drink ever!

Provided by Victoria Brown Absten

Categories     Drinks Recipes     Cocktail Recipes     Martini Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

salt as needed
white sugar as needed
1 cup watermelon juice
¼ cup vodka
¼ cup watermelon schnapps
2 tablespoons simple syrup
1 lime, juiced

Steps:

  • Combine some salt and sugar in a small bowl, and pour onto a small, shallow plate. Moisten the rims of 2 glasses with a piece of watermelon, and dip the moistened glass rims into the salt and sugar mixture; set aside.
  • Pour the watermelon juice, vodka, watermelon schnapps, simple syrup, and lime juice into a cocktail shaker over ice. Cover, and shake until the outside of the shaker has frosted. Strain into the prepared glasses.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261.7 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 0.9 g, Sodium 4.6 mg, Sugar 20.7 g

WATERMELON & BASIL MARTINI



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Categories     Watermelon     Drink

Yield 1 drink

Number Of Ingredients 5

vodka, 2 oz
sweet basil leaves, 10 pieces
fresh sliced watermelon, 3 pieces
fresh lime, 1 piece
simple syrup, .25 oz

Steps:

  • muddle all ingredients in a shaker glass and shake well with ice cubes. Double strain into a glass. Garnish with a Betel leaf (or other large leaf) by slicing a v in the leaf to hook it on the edge of the glass.

WATERMELON JUICE WITH BASIL AND LIME



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Ripe watermelons can be eaten any way at any time of day, but watermelon juice with lots of basil and lime juice blended in is terrific in the morning. It is so very simple to make and captures summertime in a glass.

Provided by Jeff Schwarz And Greg Kessler

Categories     quick, non-alcoholic drinks

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 small, cold watermelon, rind and seeds removed
4 to 6 basil leaves
Juice of ½ lime

Steps:

  • Cut the watermelon into quarters, and then roughly chop each quarter into 2-inch pieces.
  • Fill a blender with watermelon chunks until it is halfway full.
  • Add the basil and lime juice to the blender.
  • Cover and pulse on low until the ingredients are mostly incorporated. Once incorporated, blend on high for 10 to 15 seconds.
  • Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Choose a ripe, flavorful watermelon for the best results.
  • If you don't have basil leaves, you can use mint leaves instead.
  • You can add a splash of lime juice or lemon juice to the martini for a more citrusy flavor.
  • If you want a sweeter martini, you can add a simple syrup or honey.
  • Garnish the martini with a watermelon wedge or a basil leaf for a festive touch.

Conclusion:

The watermelon basil martini is a refreshing and delicious cocktail that is perfect for summer gatherings. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like your martinis sweet, sour, or somewhere in between, this recipe is sure to please. So next time you're looking for a cool and refreshing drink, give the watermelon basil martini a try. You won't be disappointed!

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