Strawberry Watermelon Mint Cooler
A vibrant, no-cook summer drink blending strawberry, watermelon, citrus, and mint with coconut water and sparkling water. Sweet, tangy, and refreshing, perfect for gatherings or a quick treat.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Easy Chicken Recipes
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
4 cups cold sparkling water or still water
2 cups ice cubes, plus more for serving
1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 cup watermelon, cubed
1 lemon, thinly sliced
1 lime, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 to 3 tablespoons honey or simple syrup, to taste
1 cup chilled coconut water or fresh orange juice
Instructions
Wash strawberries, watermelon, lemon, lime, and mint. Hull strawberries, cube watermelon, and slice citrus.
Add strawberries, watermelon, lemon, lime, and mint to a pitcher. Press gently to release juice.
Stir in lemon juice, lime juice, and honey until dissolved.
Pour in coconut water or orange juice, then add sparkling/still water. Stir gently.
Add 2 cups ice to the pitcher
Taste and adjust flavor (add more lemon juice or honey as needed).
Serve over extra ice in glasses with fruit garnish and optional mint.
Notes
Use ripe fruits for maximum flavor
For a non-caffeinated alternative, substitute coconut water with fresh orange juice
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 hours
Find it online: https://viralchickenrecipes.com/refreshing-summer-drink-recipes/