I didn’t plan to make this. Wasn’t even thinking about drinks today. But I grabbed a few ripe watermelons, the kind that smell like summer street fairs at midnight, and somehow I started blending. The smell hits your nose before the blender even whirs—sweet, slightly grassy, like the last heater of the season and a backyard barbecue colliding. It’s so simple, really—cold watermelon, a splash of lime, a little honey, and a splash of sparkling water if I’m feeling fancy. Nothing fancy, just a weird craving that popped up when I wasn’t paying attention. Right now, it feels like the perfect thing to sip on while watching the sun dip and the neighborhood quiets down. It’s funny how something so basic can suddenly feel so vital, like a little reminder that summer’s still lingering, even if the calendar says fall.
Watermelon Lime Sparkler
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the watermelon chunks into the blender, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Add the freshly squeezed lime juice and honey into the blender with the watermelon.
- Secure the lid on the blender and blend on high speed for about 30 seconds until the mixture is smooth and frothy, with no large fruit chunks remaining.
- Pour the blended mixture through a fine strainer into a large glass or pitcher to remove any pulp or seeds, if desired, and stir gently.
- Slowly pour in the chilled sparkling water into the strained watermelon juice, stirring gently to combine. The drink should have a fizzy, slightly frothy appearance with a vibrant pink color.
- Serve immediately over ice, garnished with a lime wedge or a small watermelon slice if desired.
Maybe I’ll save some for tomorrow. Or maybe I’ll forget to, and just keep blending until the watermelons are gone. Either way, it’s one of those things that sneaks up on you—no fuss, no frills, and somehow totally necessary.