Watermelon Frosè (Frozen Rosè)
Watermelon Frosè is the perfect summertime drink, combining a bottle of Rosè, watermelon ice cubes, and a lime simple syrup. This one is both refreshing and delicious - a great combo for warm summer nights on the patio.
Servings 4 cocktails
Calories 324kcal
Ingredients
- 1 bottle Rosè wine
- 8 cups cubed watermelon, frozen
- 1/3 cup simple syrup
- 1/4 cup lime juice - freshly squeezed from approximately 2 limes
- the zest of one lime
- watermelon wedges - as garnish
Instructions
- Prep in advance, so everything is nice and cold!
- Prep watermelon. Cut a watermelon into chunks, and measure out about 8 cups. Place in freezer for several hours (or overnight) to freeze completely.8 cups cubed watermelon, frozen
- Make a simple syrup. In a small sauce pan, combine equal parts sugar and water (1/2 cup of each in this case). Bring to a simmer and stir until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat. Zest one lime and add to the pan. Squeeze two limes and also add to the simple syrup. Pour everything into a mason jar and let cool. Strain the zest from the liquid, and then place in the refrigerator to chill.1/3 cup simple syrup, 1/4 cup lime juice , the zest of one lime
- Blend ingredients. To a blender, place half of the chilled wine, 1/4 cup of the lime simple syrup, and a few watermelon chunks. Blend until smooth, and then add more watermelon until you get a nice consistency. Repeat with remaining ingredients.1 bottle Rosè wine
- To serve, pour into glasses, and garnish with a watermelon wedge. Enjoy!watermelon wedges
Notes
- PREP IN ADVANCE: Freeze watermelon in advance. Make simple syrup and chill. Chill wine.
Nutrition
Calories: 324kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 509mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 1730IU | Vitamin C: 29mg | Calcium: 42mg | Iron: 2mg