Refreshing Christmas Boozy watermelon granita cocktail recipe

Looking for a refreshing twist to your Christmas celebrations? This boozy watermelon granita cocktail is light, fruity, and perfect for the festive season.

Sweet watermelon, a hint of lime, and a shot of rum combine to create a chilled, vibrant drink that’s ideal for cooling off while enjoying the holiday cheer.

Simple to prepare and visually striking, it’s sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.

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Boozy watermelon granita cocktail

Ingredients

• 3 cups watermelon juice
• ½ cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 shot Bacardi Carta Blanca rum
• 250ml Schweppes Mojito Mint and Lime Flavoured Drink
• Lime slices, to garnish
• Mint leaves, to garnish

Method

1. Puree watermelon flesh in a blender. Strain to eliminate seeds and pulp.
2. In a saucepan on medium heat, combine ½ of the watermelon juice with the sugar and salt. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes
3. Remove from the heat, let it cool a bit, and then combine with the remaining watermelon juice and lime juice.
4. Pour the mixture into a dish, cover and freeze overnight.
5. Once frozen, scratch with a fork and place back into the freezer.
6. Fill a chilled glass ¾ full with granita. Top with a shot of rum and Schweppes Mojito Mix.
7. Garnish with a slice of lime and fresh mint leaves.

*This recipe was supplied by Foodies of SA

Boozy watermelon granita cocktail

• Author: Foodies of SA
• Prep Time: 2 minutes
• Cook Time: 3 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Category: Drink
• Method: cool
• Cuisine: South African

Ingredients

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• 3 cups watermelon juice
• ½ cup sugar
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 shot Bacardi Carta Blanca rum
• 250ml Schweppes Mojito Mint and Lime Flavoured Drink
• Lime slices, to garnish
• Mint leaves, to garnish

Instructions

1. Puree watermelon flesh in a blender. Strain to eliminate seeds and pulp.
2. In a saucepan on medium heat, combine ½ of the watermelon juice with the sugar and salt. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes
3. Remove from the heat, let it cool a bit, and then combine with the remaining watermelon juice and lime juice.
4. Pour the mixture into a dish, cover and freeze overnight.
5. Once frozen, scratch with a fork and place back into the freezer.
6. Fill a chilled glass ¾ full with granita. Top with a shot of rum and Schweppes Mojito Mix.
7. Garnish with a slice of lime and fresh mint leaves.

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