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Watermelon Sparkler

This beverage combines pureed watermelon with sparkling water to create a refreshing, lightly sweetened drink that preserves the fruit's natural aroma and vibrant pink color. The preparation involves blending and gentle mixing, resulting in a bubbly, hydrating liquid with a smooth texture and a subtle honey-like aroma.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Summer
Calories: 60
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups watermelon flesh, cubed seedless if possible
  • 1 cup sparkling water chilled
  • 1 tbsp honey or agave syrup optional, adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Strainer
  • Large mixing glass
  • Measuring cup
  • Spoon or stirrer

Method
 

  1. Place the cubed watermelon flesh into a blender and blend on high until completely smooth and no chunks remain.
    2 cups watermelon flesh, cubed
  2. Pour the blended watermelon through a fine strainer into a large mixing glass, pressing gently with a spoon to extract the juice while catching pulp and seeds.
    2 cups watermelon flesh, cubed
  3. Add the honey or agave syrup to the strained watermelon juice and stir well until fully combined and the syrup dissolves, visualized by a glossy appearance.
    1 tbsp honey or agave syrup
  4. Slowly pour the chilled sparkling water into the watermelon mixture, gently stirring to combine and maintain the bubbles. Observe the mixture becoming effervescent with tiny bubbles rising to the surface.
    1 cup sparkling water
  5. Pour the finished watermelon sparkler into glasses, adding ice if desired. Serve immediately with a straw, watching the bubbles dance and the vibrant pink color shine through.

Notes

For an extra fragrant touch, garnish with fresh mint leaves or a thin watermelon wedge.