Refreshing Watermelon Frosé Slushie
A cool and refreshing summer drink combining frozen rosé wine with ripe watermelon, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness for the perfect icy slushie.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours (for freezing rosé cubes)
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 1 bottle (750 ml) dry or semi-dry rosé wine
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water, dissolved)
- 2 cups ice cubes
- Pinch of sea salt (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cut about 4 cups of seedless watermelon into cubes and place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up slightly.
- Pour the bottle of rosé wine into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Make simple syrup by combining equal parts sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves, then cool.
- In a blender, combine about 2 cups of frozen rosé cubes, chilled watermelon cubes, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 2 tablespoons simple syrup, 2 cups ice cubes, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Blend on high until smooth and slushy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or texture by adding more syrup, rosé, or ice cubes as needed and blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately in chilled glasses, garnished with fresh mint leaves or a small watermelon wedge. Optionally, rim the glass with sugar or Tajín spice.
Notes
Freeze rosé wine in ice cube trays to achieve the perfect slushie texture and prevent dilution. Add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the sweetness and flavor balance. Serve immediately after blending to enjoy the icy texture. Adjust sweetness with simple syrup or honey as needed. For a non-alcoholic version, use frozen sparkling water mixed with white grape juice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml)
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 13
- Sodium: 20
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 0.3
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