Strawberry Watermelon Daiquiri Mint (Print)

A vibrant mix of strawberry, watermelon, lime, and mint for a refreshing summer drink.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 2 cups seedless watermelon, cubed

→ Citrus

03 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

→ Sweetener

04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons agave syrup or simple syrup, to taste

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 6 fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish

→ Ice

06 - 1 cup ice cubes

→ Garnish

07 - Lime wheels
08 - Strawberry slices
09 - Mint sprigs

# Directions:

01 - In a blender, combine strawberries, watermelon, lime juice, agave syrup, mint leaves, and ice cubes.
02 - Blend on high speed until mixture achieves completely smooth and frothy consistency.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness level by adding additional agave syrup as needed.
04 - Pour mocktail evenly into two chilled glasses.
05 - Top with lime wheels, strawberry slices, and fresh mint sprigs. Serve immediately while cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like you're sipping summer itself, with zero alcohol and maximum flavor.
  • Takes barely ten minutes from fruit to glass, making it perfect for unexpected guests or when you need an instant mood boost.
  • Works beautifully for anyone at the table, whether they're avoiding alcohol, managing dietary restrictions, or just craving something fruity and cold.
02 -
  • The biggest mistake is over-blending, which breaks down the ice too much and creates a watery drink instead of a frothy one—aim for thirty to forty seconds maximum.
  • Chilling your glasses beforehand feels fancy but actually serves a purpose, keeping your drink cold longer and preventing that immediate watering-down effect.
03 -
  • Taste your fruit before blending—if your watermelon or strawberries aren't particularly sweet, bump the syrup up slightly to compensate.
  • Freeze your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes while you prep your fruit, and they'll keep your mocktail cold without diluting it as quickly.
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