Having just spent a few days in cool temperatures (summer in San Francisco is always a surprise to this East Coaster!), I’ve returned to find DC as hot and as humid as ever. While I’m glad that September is just around the corner, I can’t say that I mind the excuse to enjoy a few more weeks (or even months) of ice cold, blended drinks. So far this summer, my vegan mango lassi has been my personal favorite, but yesterday a new beverage arrived on the scene: the wonderful watermelon, mint, and lime frosty that you see pictured above. I can’t imagine a beverage that is more summery, or more refreshing.
I happen to have fresh mint from a friend’s herb garden right now, but it’s worth saying that this drink would also be really good with basil, too (the beauty of basil-infused drinks was proven to me last summer when I created my blackberry basil smoothie). If basil is what you have, give it a try. If not, I hope you will find that the mint gives this drink a perfect note of frosty coolness.
Earlier this summer, when I was giving a little smoothie presentation with my friend Kathy at The Seed, she mentioned that watermelon cubes make a terrific alternative to ice cubes in smoothies: similar texture, but a little creamier and more flavorful. Watermelon is not historically one of my favorite fruits, but it’s growing on me, and that’s in part thanks to Kathy’s influence! (By the way, if you’re looking to put new life in your smoothie routine, Kathy’s book, 365 Vegan Smoothies, is full of wonderful ideas). So, if making a whole beverage with watermelon doesn’t appeal, know that frozen watermelon is still a good trick to have up your smoothie sleeve!
I love the texture of this drink. As you sip, you’ll get icy pockets and pockets of sweet, pure watermelon and lime juice. Yum!
No matter where you are, someplace cool or someplace warm, I hope that this drink will bring sweet refreshment to your day when you need it. Enjoy!
xo
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Two glass of this drink would be enough for me ๐ looks so delicious and refreshing
Mmmm this sounds refreshing & delicious =)
Just gorgeous too!
Mmmm, definitely gonna give this one a try, you can’t go wrong with watermelon.. Also gives me a chance to try out my new blender ๐
I am still trying to get this one to work ๐ I keep messing up ratios when it comes to watermelon + mint + something else….but hopefully I’ll get it this time around with this recipe!
I hope this one works! If 1/4 cup sounds like a lot (I love mint) you can half the amount.
Sounds so good! I love mint. Our family uses a southwest version called Yerba Buena, we use it as a cure all home remedy. I have found it most effective on stomach irritations, my job includes a lot of time on the road so have the runs is really not an option so I’ll have a few glass of mint tea before I hit the road, works every time:)
We are finally getting the summer weather we’ve been pining for here in Calgary, this would hit the spot perfectly! love it
i cant get enough of watermelon and mint combo.
I’ve been making a variation of this all summer and it is SO GOOD. I can’t believe I haven’t been freezing watermelon up until recently. Even the frozen watermelon cubes on their own are amazing!
Yum, yum! So refreshing — and your kombucha watermelon drink today looks wonderful, too, Amanda!
Absolutely mouthwatering photos! Watermelon is one of my favorite things about summer. ๐
Possibly silly question- how do you store your fruit in the freezer and how long does it keep? Mine seems to get freezer bite really fast. Maybe I’m not storing it well? (I’ve tried ziploc bags and plastic food containers.)
You know, Skye, I usually just use freezer safe bags. I do get a little frost sometimes, but nothing terrible. I usually eat within four weeks, but I’ve gone much longer in the past.
This looks so incredibly refreshing. I adore watermelon and mint together so I know I will love this.
Looks amazing!
Bet it would be a great treat with an oz of vodka ;p xx
Agree! hey, why not! A little vodka in this will give it a nice kick I think. Love this drink.
Brilliant, Hannah ๐
This does sound amazing, can’t go wrong with watermelon!
This sounds so refreshing! Perfect timing, since I have a watermelon in the fridge. I have to try this out.