This watermelon mocktail flavored with lychee/litchi and fresh basil is inspired by our travels to Mauritius. It is by far the most delicious drink you can make at home and is a great option if you are looking for an alcohol-free treat.
Ingredients
Although this is a mocktail (a non-alcoholic cocktail made with juice, fresh fruit, mixers, etc), you can add a splash of vodka, tequila or gin to it if desired. It’s a great drink to serve at baby showers or kids’ parties and is a great alternative if you’re trying to drink less alcohol.
- Fresh watermelon.
- Lychee/litchi juice. If you can’t find juice, use canned lychees.
- Fresh basil.
- Lemon juice.
How to make a watermelon mocktail
Cube and freeze watermelon in freezer bags for at least 6 hours. Blend the watermelon with lychee juice or canned lychees (along with their syrup), a handful of fresh basil and a generous squeeze of lemon juice. Blend until smooth then pour into serving glasses and serve. If you’re prefer to have no pulp in the mocktail, simply strain before serving.
Can I make this mocktail ahead?
Yes, this can be made up to 2 days in advance and kept in the fridge. The watermelon can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Easy cocktail recipes
These recipes all contain alcohol but are super easy to make into mocktails too.
Easy Lychee Watermelon Mocktail
Ingredients
- 6 cups watermelon
- 2 cups lychee juice / litchi juice (alternatively use canned lychees with their canning juice)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- 1-2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Cube and freeze watermelon in freezer bags for at least 6 hours.
- Blend the watermelon with lychee juice or canned lychees (along with their syrup), a handful of fresh basil and a generous squeeze of lemon juice.
- Blend until smooth then pour into serving glasses and serve.
- If you're prefer to have no pulp in the mocktail, simply strain before serving.Â
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