Perfect for summer entertaining, this refreshing variation on a mojito is made with muddled watermelon, fresh basil, lime juice and white rum.
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A refreshing twist on a mojito, our watermelon “basilito” cocktail is made with muddled watermelon, fresh basil, lime and white rum.
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 5 or 6 1-inch chunks of watermelon
- 4 large basil leaves, torn into pieces
- 1 ounce lime juice
- 1–1/2 ounces white rum
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup
- 1/2 ounce grenadine
- Basil sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Thoroughly muddle the watermelon and basil together with the lime juice in the bottom of a mixing glass.
- Transfer to a rocks glass and top with ice. Shake the remaining ingredients with ice and strain into the glass with the watermelon. Garnish with a sprig of basil.
Recipe Keywords: summer cocktail, watermelon cockail
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