Looking for a refreshing summer cocktail? These Watermelon Mimosas are fast and easy to make, and perfect for warm summer nights!

Fruity cocktails are like parties in a glass. We've shared some of our favorite Fruity Spring Cocktails, but when the temperatures heat up, it's definitely time for some cool summer fruit cocktails!
Berry drinks like Raspberry Mimosas and Tropical Summer Sangria are some of our faves. But juicy watermelon also deserves its place in the summer cocktail hall of fame. That's why we've created this yummy Watermelon Mimosa recipe!
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🌟 Why you'll love this recipe

We love these refreshing mimosas, and think they'll soon be a hit at your summer soirees, too!
- Summer watermelon is so juicy and fresh, offering big summer fruit flavors in this cocktail.
- You can make this summer cocktail with just 5 ingredients.
- It's a super simple cocktail to make.
- The flavors go so well with pretty much any summer BBQ, picnic, lunch or dinner menu.
🛒 Ingredient notes

Watermelon - If you're reading this between May and September, you're in peak watermelon season! Make sure you get seedless watermelon, then cut it into small cubes. If you happen to get a watermelon with seeds, you'll want to strain those seeds out after blending the ingredients.
Champagne - Mimosas are traditionally made with Champagne or sparkling wine. You can use whatever sparkling wine you have on hand.
✅ Step-by-step instructions
Making this Watermelon Mimosa recipe is super simple and so easy!



- In a blender, combine watermelon, lime juice, and sugar.



2. Blend until ingredients are well blended.
3. Pour watermelon mixture into glasses, filling about halfway. Then top off with Champagne.
4. Add watermelon wedge and orange twist for garnish.
👩🏻🍳 Recipe FAQs

Mint leaves, twisted orange rind, and small cut of watermelon with the rind all make beautiful garnishes that add complementary aromas and flavors to the cocktail.
You can make the drink base (blended watermelon, lime juice, sugar) ahead of time, and then refrigerate and add the Champagne just before serving.
Any cocktail with Champagne is best served immediately after it is made. That way, you can enjoy the bubbles and fiz of the Champagne (or sparkling wine) with the freshness of the fruit. If you make this ahead of time, the Champagne will likely lose its signature fresh bubbles.
🍽 What to serve with watermelon mimosas
These watermelon cocktails are delicious at any summer BBQ or picnic.
For BBQs, serve them with Filipino Pork BBQ, Summer Berry & Ricotta Crostini, Filipino Macaroni Salad, and Tropical Mango Pineapple Sorbet for dessert.
For picnics, serve them with this Simple Fruit Salad, Classic Chicken Salad Sandwiches, Melon and Prosciutto Caprese Salad, and Easy Raspberry Sherbet for dessert.
🍸 Bar tools and equipment
Ready to make this delicious cocktail recipe? Here's what you'll need:
- Blender - Use a high-powered blender to blend the fruit.
- Cocktail shaker - You'll need a classic cocktail shaker to mix the ingredients up.
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Watermelon Mimosas
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, chopped into small cubes
- 1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 Tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 bottle (750 ml bottle) champagne
- optional: mint leaves, watermelon slices and orange rind twist for garnish
Instructions
- In a blender, combine watermelon, lime juice, and sugar.
- Blend until ingredients are well blended.
- Pour watermelon mixture into glasses, filling about halfway. Then top off with Champagne.
- Garnish with mint, watermelon wedge and orange twist for garnish.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is a general estimate. Actual nutrition details may vary depending on the exact foods & brands you use to make this recipe. It does not take into account any substitutions, toppings, or optional ingredients.
Cara says
As soon as I saw these, I knew I had to make them immediately, and I wasn't disappointed. SO good! And super refreshing!
Jamie says
I made these for a summer cookout and my guests loved it! It was refreshing and perfectly flavored. I'm planning to make this again for the weekend. :)
Irena says
As a fan of mimosas in general, I am very excited but this recipe as I also love watermelon flavour. Really nice in summer!
Jacqueline Meldrum says
Oh yes please. I know what I'll be dreaming about tonight.
Kathryn says
This is definitely my kind of summer cocktail! So refreshing and tasty, thank you!