How to Make Watermelon Mojito (With Soda or Without Sparkling Water)

Thursday, February 05, 2026

SAEDNEWS: Watermelon mojito is one of those delicious beverages that can be easily prepared at home. Enjoying this cool and flavorful drink on hot summer days is incredibly refreshing and satisfying.

How to Make Watermelon Mojito (With Soda or Without Sparkling Water)

Watermelon mojito is one of the most popular summer drinks. Thanks to its refreshing taste and lower cost, the watermelon version has its own devoted fans. Follow this simple cooking and beverage guide to learn how to prepare this delicious, cooling drink at home.


Watermelon Mojito Ingredients

To make a classic watermelon mojito, you will need:

Ingredient

Amount

Fresh watermelon

2 cups

Mint leaves

5 leaves

Fresh lime (lime juice)

½ lime

Soda water (sparkling water)

1 cup

Ice

As needed


How to Make Watermelon Mojito

  1. Cut the watermelon into small pieces and place them in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.

  2. Add the mint leaves to the blended watermelon.

  3. Cut the lime in half and add the juice of half a fresh lime to the mixture.

  4. Pour in the soda water and blend again until well combined.

  5. Add ice according to your preference.

  6. Mix everything together until you have a chilled, refreshing mojito.

  7. Pour into serving glasses and garnish with a mint leaf and a slice of lime.

Tip: You can adjust the ingredient quantities to suit your taste or add other flavorings to achieve your desired flavor.


Watermelon Mojito Without Soda

This second method is ideal for those who prefer their mojito without sparkling water.

Ingredients for Watermelon Mojito (No Soda)

Ingredient

Amount

Frozen watermelon

2¼ cups

Fresh lime juice (seedless)

2 tablespoons

Mint syrup

2 tablespoons

Fresh mint leaves

4 leaves

Preparation time: about 15 minutes


How to Make Watermelon Mojito (No Soda)

  1. Peel the watermelon, cut it into small pieces, remove the seeds, and place it in the freezer until frozen.

  2. To prepare mint syrup:

    • Heat fresh mint leaves with ½ cup water and ½ cup sugar until it comes to a boil and the sugar dissolves.

    • Remove from heat, strain out the mint leaves, and refrigerate the syrup until cooled.

  3. Place the frozen watermelon, mint leaves, 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice, and 2 tablespoons of mint syrup into a blender.

  4. Blend until smooth and uniform.

  5. Pour into a glass and garnish with a fresh mint leaf.

Now you can enjoy your cool, refreshing, and delicious watermelon mojito at home 🍉🌿