watermelon basil drink

The base of the cocktail is watermelon juice muddled with fresh basil. Is this pretty or what? I definitely need to give this a try soon! What People Want from a Healer in the Midst of a Pandemic, A Middle School Math Teacher Planning Lessons and Lunch, The Columbus, OH-based Forager Who's Become a TikTok Star, A Food Justice Advocate and Mother Talks Breastfeeding and Herb Gardens, Bryant Terry's Sautéed Cabbage and Roasted Potatoes, Vivian Howard's Baked Pimento Cheese and Sausage. My answer – gin or vodka. Watermelon and gin are such a wonderful combination… but one I’d never thought to make. Looks so darn refreshing!! Set aside to cool. Our friends and family think it’s odd that we take vacations to seek out a particilar cuisine or chef we’ve read about! Divide the slush evenly between 6 small … That looks so wonderful. If an agua fresca is designed to refresh on a hot, busy street, I can’t think of a flavor that accomplishes this better than watermelon-basil. I love the combination! I love the name Lieutenant Dan! I'm Sommer Collier... Travel Enthusiast, and the Resident Cookery Queen of A Spicy Perspective. 6 ounces chilled lemon-lime … Fill two cocktail glasses with ice and pour the cocktail through a strainer into the … Muddle the basil against the sides of the pitcher with a spoon. He got the nickname Lt. Dan somewhere around July 1994, but I can’t exactly remember why. Purée until smooth. Make Ahead: Prepare the simple syrup by heating equal parts water and sugar until dissolved, about 3 minutes. No, he’s not in the military, but his name is Dan. :). Michaela is a recipe developer for The Kitchn. Shake well and strain into a rocks glass filled with ice. and he does the dishes? Pinning it now! And yes… I’m all over this cocktail. Absolutely love the photos and fun to hear from the hubby! I’ve been making cocktails featuring rum all afternoon, but seeing this makes me want to go out and buy some gin. Many of our family vacations revolve around what restaurants to try or what regional cuisine is in season. I feel convinced THAT Lt. Dan was not sporting mixology magic like this! The agua fresca will separate if stored in the refrigerator. Serve in ice-filled rocks glasses. Lt. Dan knows how to make a mean cocktail, that is for sure. So by simple deduction, watermelon and basil served together in a glass of lime and sugar over ice in the middle of July is nothing short of perfection. The soda takes only minutes to put together. Delicious! Cut the watermelon into 1 1/2 inch chunks to muddle. Put 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and a small bunch of basil in a small saucepan. Add the watermelon juice, mezcal and a few ice cubes and shake vigorously to combine. I have yet to make my own watermelon cocktail – this looks perfect, as I’ve recently become a fan of gin. Scrolling down I caught the Forrest Gump association; what a flash back! This looks so delicious. Right before serving fill glasses with ice and pour the drink evenly into 8 glasses. Perfect for summer and unpredictable. This looks stunning! Chill until cold, at least one hour. Refrigerate until you’re ready to serve. Food is a major part of our life. Taste and add more sugar if desired. The kids are out of school, the … You know the answer… Actually I would rather not have to choose in that situation and have both instead! Pour the watermelon into the pitcher, stir, and serve over ice. Make the Basil Simple Syrup: In small saucepot, stir together sugar, water and basil… It’s the perfect light summer cocktail, … Required fields are marked *. Apartment Therapy is full of ideas for creating a warm, beautiful, healthy home. That sounds wonderful! All images, recipes, and original text content are copyright protected. How much watermelon do you into the chunks??? In that way the wife and I are different. Top with ginger ale. Keep the fruit concentrate, simple syrup, and seltzer water separately in the fridge, then mix just before serving. Place cubed watermelon, cucumber, basil, and lemon juice in blender or food processor. Hi Dan, this sounds like my kind of cocktail, looking forward to seeing more! And I love a good cocktail… can’t wait to see what Lt Dan continues to bring to the table, so to speak! Add additional mint leaves to garnish, as well as watermelon … This looks amazing and sooooooo refreshing! Beat the heat with this delicious Watermelon Basil Slushie! This delicious watermelon cocktail is made with fresh (store bought) watermelon juice, mint, basil, and light rum. This looks fabulous and it’s nice to meet you Lt. Dan! I absolutely love that your husband is guest posting! Making this recipe? Today would have been perfect weather for this, but there’s always tomorrow ;). Add the gin, lime juice and simple syrup. Pour into a glass and garnish with extra watermelon and basil. Add sugar and mix until dissolved. I definitely need a glass of this tonight! :) Love this. So glad I saw this pinned! Fill with ice, place the lid on the shaker and shake well—30 seconds or so. She also writes here. ½ cup diced cucumber. 6-8 basil leaves. This drink looks right up my alley! In a glass pitcher, combine the water, lime juice, and basil leaves. Now I need a reason to give this one a try. Instructions In a cocktail shaker, combine the lime juice and zest with the syrup, watermelon, and 3 basil leaves. Boil until sugar dissolves, discard the basil and chill. Got a tip, kitchen tour, or other story our readers should see? Fortunately, he’s a keeper. If you don’t love basil, you can omit and just make a regular iced watermelon … Give this Flat-Belly drink a whirl and let us know what you think! Watermelon, cucumber, fresh basil, and lime juice flavor a summer drink that's fancy enough for guests. Strain onto fresh ice in a double old fashioned glass. Have a wonderful weekend! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Garnish with basil … So, that’s how this iced watermelon basil matcha drink was born! Watermelon Matcha is actually a popular and very tasty combination and because of the two colours, it makes such a visually appealing drink. What you end up with is a delicious juice that tastes like a summer melon with just a hint of basil. I have a watermelon in the garage fridge right now. In a cocktail shaker, muddle 3 basil leaves with a ginger slice, 1 watermelon chunk and simple syrup. I will share classics which I learned from my Great Grandmother and grandmother (where I learned to appreciate cocktails – more on that later) as well as some custom concoctions. FREE EMAIL SERIES My fav tips to make you a better cook...right now! I'm here to help you make mealtime memorable, and life a little spicy! Similarly, on the savory side of things, basil and July go together like blue skies and pool days — together, bliss. My Husband needs to hang out with the Lt. so he can learn to make pasta and do dishes! Place the watermelon, sugar, and 2 to 3 ice cubes in a blender. Do I go with the chocolate cake or a single malt? 6 fresh basil leaves, cut into chiffonade. In a cocktail shaker combine watermelon and basil; muddle until watermelon is broken up and juiced. Place the cubed watermelon in a resealable bag or on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and put in the freezer for at least 5 hours, or until frozen. Read on for the full recipe! Enjoy! You make one mean drink! Fabulous cocktail. Watermelon Martini. ©2010 — 2020 A Spicy Perspective. Perfect for a hot summer night! wth? 1 cup small watermelon cubes. I think I actually have everything here to make it! Dan!! Strain into pitcher. Cut the watermelon into 1 1/2-inch chunks. Patrón Silver / watermelon / basil / lime Handcrafted from the finest 100% Weber Blue Agave, aged 3 to 5 months in barrels, Patron Reposado is the perfect tequila for a refreshingly herbal and fruity margarita. Agua fresca is a Spanish term that translates literally as “fresh water.” Common street-stall beverages throughout South America, they are made by blending fresh fruit with water or ice, lime, salt, and sometimes herbs. In a glass pitcher, combine the water, lime juice, and basil leaves. This is the first of many posts we’ll categorize as “Cocktails with Lieutenant Dan” and we’re starting with a real doozy, a Watermelon Basil Gin Cocktail. Nice and refreshing! Which brings us to our first cocktail with Lieutenant Dan – the Watermelon Basil Bramble, a watermelon basil gin cocktail. i can’t wait to see what else you shake up :). Muddle the basil against the sides of the pitcher with a spoon. OH my gosh, you are so cute. My husband is more the calories from beverages kinda guy as well. Nice to meet you Lt. Dan! Dan” in my forrest gump voice – great movie! Wonderful post and how sweet of you to let your hubby post. But if I am being completely honest, as much as I love to eat… I really, really love to drink. Your email address will not be published. Strain the watermelon through fine-mesh strainer or cheese cloth and discard the pulp. Do I have the exquisite appetizer or martini? Fill serving glass with ice and fill halfway with strawberry basil soda, top with the tequila and rum mixture. Now where do I find one? Puree watermelon and sugar in a blender until smooth. So nice to meet you, Lt. Dan :), This looks fabulous, Lt Dan! Simply stir and garnish with fresh lime. (The basil garnish is the cherry on top—every sip buries your nose in the fragrant leaves.). Pour in 1/2 the watermelon juice; … Whisk in tequila and lemon juice. I’m more of a margarita girl, but I’d be willing to give this a try. Add the vodka and stir to combine. But if it is too sweet, why not use Selzer instead of 7UP? AHAHAHA! Common knowledge: watermelon and July go together like sunshine and sunscreen — can’t have one without the other. Fill with ice, place the lid on the shaker … This looks so refreshing, I love the watermelon and basil combo! Garnish with watermelon slices and/or basil leaves. Add 1/2 cup cocktail mix to cups, ice, top off with 1/2 cup seltzer, and stir. Watermelon Cucumber Basil “Detox” Drink. The soda takes only minutes to put together. By commenting I offer my full consent to the privacy policy of A Spicy Perspective. She spent her childhood pulling carrots and hunting wild strawberries on a sustainable farm, actually believes that fresh food is the best medicine, and drinks more tea than is proper. It’s summer, there are tons of fresh fruits and herbs, so why not muddle a few of them together with a bit of grandpas cough medicine! You'll need to prep a day ahead to allow time to freeze your favorite rosé wine in ice cube trays, freeze watermelon cubes, and make the basil simple syrup (it's very easy). Garnish with a basil leaf and wedge of watermelon or dehydrated lime wheel. Yeah, that’s definitely Forrest Gump (which came out in ’93 or ’94) :-) Too funny. Your email address will not be published. Nice to meet you mr. Lt. Dan. Top each glass with a basil leaf and enjoy! Do not copy or publish A Spicy Perspective content without prior consent. Lovin this cocktail! Add rum, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice; shake until chilled, about 40 seconds. To achieve this, you mash up a few pieces of watermelon with a couple basil leaves and then strain it to remove the pulp and seeds. This post made me smile, and so does this cocktail! Fill 4 old fashioned glasses with ice. It pairs really well with fruits like watermelon, peaches, berries, and citrus. We go together like peas and carrots. This is a good thing considering I have a recipe developer, chef and blogger queen as my wife. Add ice, GREY GOOSE® Vodka, and lime juice. All Rights Reserved. These cocktails sound delicious and would totally guzzle it down [minus the gin] right now! Thank you! Combine ingredients in a cocktail shaker and shake with ice to chill. Add the basil leaves and lime juice to a cocktail shaker and muddle gently. Keep the fruit concentrate, simple syrup, and seltzer water separately in the fridge, then mix just before serving. Add the gin, lime juice and simple syrup. I can totally see floating in a pool with one of these drinks in my hand. My husband’s favorite movie (ever) is Forrest Gump. Strain the margarita into the rimmed cocktail … Pingback: End of Summer Drink Recipes - GRUBBED Blog. Love that, Sommer! Survey says – 18 year Dalwhinnie. Place mint leaves in the bottom of a pitcher. Add the watermelon, ice cubes, coconut milk, syrup and basil to a high-speed blender and purée on high for 2 minutes, until smooth. Muddle them together until well broken down. Take 2-4 Basil leaves, roll leaves and thinly slice into a chiffonade. End of Summer Drink Recipes - GRUBBED Blog, Squeeze Every Last Ounce of Flavor from Summer Produce with These Unique Cocktails – Bainbridge Today, Confessions of a Mixologist: 4 Epic Bramble Cocktails | Binny's BlogBinny's Blog, 20 Recipes: Eat Watermelon All Day Long |. Double-strain into an ice-filled glass. So with that in mind, I have agreed to embark on a once a month post entitled “Cocktails with Lieutenant Dan.” (I know, I know – super cheesy name, but doesn’t hearing Forrest say Lieutenant Dayyan make you smile). As it turns out, I’ve been living under a rock: watermelon and basil are already a trusty summer salad, and as an agua fresca, they’re delightful. Strain the watermelon through fine-mesh strainer or cheese cloth and discard the pulp. Pour the watermelon into the pitcher, stir, and serve over ice. Sprinkle basil chiffonade over glasses. Garnish with a frozen watermelon spear or wedge. The martini is also a perfect venue for sweet … Or do I??? Deselect All. I’m loving this drink series – thank you Sommer and Lt. Garnish with lime and basil. Peel … So pretty! "Cocktails with Lieutenant Dan" featuring a real doozy: the. Green Tea Frappuccino ~ Sandra’s Easy Cooking, Strawberry Wine Punch ~ Miss In The Kitchen. Muddle until well smashed and soupy. :), (we are a unit of food and drink lovers as well ;) ). Pour in approximately 1 Tablespoon of the cocktail mix and muddle together. Can’t wait to give this a try! Watermelon Basil Lemonade - 4 ingredients, all kinds of awesome. Strain the basil mixture into the same pitcher as the watermelon juice. We often say she likes to eat her calories and I like to drink them (which is why we both have to work out all the time). Pour watermelon/vodka mix over ice. Into a cocktail tin and ice, tequila, Jamaican dark rum, watermelon pucker, strawberry syrup, fresh lemon juice, and citrus bitters. The flavor is in all respects a win: the light sweetness of watermelon, the essence of summer in basil’s scent and flavor, and fresh lime. Fresh watermelon, basil, lime juice, and your favorite vodka or tequila combine to create a cold, delicious drink perfect for summertime. Pingback: Squeeze Every Last Ounce of Flavor from Summer Produce with These Unique Cocktails – Bainbridge Today, Pingback: World's Best Cosmopolitan Cocktail, Pingback: Confessions of a Mixologist: 4 Epic Bramble Cocktails | Binny's BlogBinny's Blog, Pingback: 20 Recipes: Eat Watermelon All Day Long |. Watermelon, cucumber, fresh basil, and lime juice flavor a summer drink that's fancy enough for guests. 32 oz water Directions: Combine the watermelon, cucumber, basil… Your email will not be published or shared. There’s nothing hotter than a man who washes dishes, makes linguini from scratch, and shakes a mean martini. So with that in mind, I give you Lt. Dan…. I am dying over these pictures – so good! Juice of ½ lime. Here in Spain the watermelons are so sweet and delicious I know this would come out great! In many ways our lives revolve around food –food for sustenance, entertainment, community and family. Drink look very refreshing, thank you for sharing and also for linking my frap too! Looking forward to seeing your concoctions each month. These cocktails look great – perfect for summertime! So very nice to meet you Lieutenant Dan!!!! Looks so refreshing! Combine the basil and watermelon in a cocktail shaker. Then, when you're ready to serve, pop everything into the blender. Add the gin … i just said “Lt. and he uses my favorite gin? Welcome to blogging :). Mine did for a while and got so into it, it was so fun. I love Forrest Gump and the references made me smile this morning. Iced Watermelon Matcha with Basil (or another herb!) How about a thick cut ribeye or robust California Cab? lol Your cocktail looks so refreshing and so delish! Add basil and blend on low until leaves are broken up. Anyways, you get the point. Basil has a sweet and almost spicy flavor that is a little reminiscent of anise. Secure the lid and shake for thirty seconds. Yum! Instructions. Kep on cookin and shakin! Reading this made me think you were creating a bio of my husband and myself. Yield: 4 servings (8 oz per serving) Ingredients: ½ cup cubed watermelon. Place the watermelon, basil and salt in a cocktail shaker. Oh and thanks for including Strawberry Wine Punch! I love the idea of the monthly cocktail and you’ve started it out on a great note. Place the watermelon, basil and salt in a cocktail shaker. Before developing this recipe, I was little skeptical, but I had extra watermelon and so much basil, so I gave it a try. ha! It may not officially be summer yet, but it sure feels like it. Part of it will be reserved for making these xoxo, Cute post!! Then you can garnish each glass with extra watermelon. Perfect for warm weather with this balanced juxtaposition of sweet and savory a unique take on the … I want to hang out with your family!! The perfect summer/warm weather drink. The watermelon was cut up and blended, then fine-strained before we added it to the shaker with the lime juice, basil simple syrup and tequila. Your wife is such a talent, so it’s so nice to see what a great team you make. Follow us on Instagram and tag @ASpicyPerspective so we can share what you’re cooking! Garnish with lime wedges and basil leaves for a lovely presentation. This keeps well in the refrigerator for a few days. 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