Watermelon and Basil Smash

Name: Watermelon and Basil Smash
Prep time: 4 min
Total time: 4 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Watermelon (fresh) — 1 slice; Fresh basil leaves — 8 pcs; Tequila reposado — 60 ml; Limoncello liqueur — 20 ml; Ginger ale — 45 ml

A fruity, refreshing and bubbly tequila cocktail ∙ Muddle; Shake ∙ 4 min ∙ 18.7%

Ingredients

~223 kcal per serving

Servings

Garnish

Watermelon wedge

Instructions for 1 serving

Pre-chill a glass
Cut Watermelon into 16 segments, chop the flesh from one segment into cubes and Muddle in the base of the shaker
Add the remaining ingredients: Fresh basil leaves 8 pcsTequila reposado 60 mlLimoncello liqueur 20 mlGinger ale 45 ml
Shake with ice
Fine strain into the ice-filled glass
Top with Ginger ale
Garnish with a watermelon wedge

History

Watermelon and Basil Smash is a refreshing, long cocktail combining fresh fruitiness with herbal brightness. Its sweet and sour balance, accented by hints of basil and ginger, creates a lively and thirst-quenching experience. Perfect for summer afternoons or casual gatherings, the drink captures lightness and vibrancy. The subtle herbal notes provide a unique twist, making it both playful and elegant. It leaves a crisp, fresh finish evocative of warm, breezy days.