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Watermelon Lime Spritzer

Watermelon Lime Spritzer (Vegan) — Spring Cocktail

Sweet watermelon, zesty lime, a splash of vodka (optional), and fizzy seltzer — Watermelon Lime Spritzer gives you a fresh, photogenic spring cocktail that screams warm-weather porch vibes. I make this one when I want something light, festive, and totally vegan — no fuss, all fun.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: cocktails
Cuisine: American
Calories: 111
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 6 heaping cups chopped watermelon seedless works best
  • 3 limes juiced — plus slices for garnish
  • 6 oz vodka optional; 1 oz per glass
  • 20 oz plain seltzer approx. 2.5 cups
  • Ice as needed
  • Lime slices to garnish
  • Bold note: This recipe stays 100% vegan — no animal products anywhere. Use plant-based vodka (all vodka is typically

Equipment

  • High-speed blender (or any powerful blender)
  • Nut milk bag or fine mesh strainer (for clear juice)
  • Large bowl (to catch juice)
  • Citrus juicer (or fork + hand squeeze)
  • Measuring cup and jigger (for vodka)
  • 6 serving glasses and a stirrer

Method
 

  1. Blend the watermelon
  2. Add 6 heaping cups of chopped watermelon to the blender and blend on high until smooth. Work in batches if your blender is small. I always taste a spoonful to make sure the melon tastes juicy and sweet.
  3. Strain (for best clarity)
  4. Place a nut milk bag over a large bowl and pour the blended watermelon into the bag. Gently squeeze the liquid out and discard the remaining pulp. You’ll end up with bright, clear watermelon juice — so pretty.
  5. Juice the limes
  6. Juice 3 limes and keep the juice ready. Save a few lime slices for garnish.
  7. Build each spritzer
  8. In each glass add: 1 oz vodka, 1/4 cup watermelon juice, and 2 tablespoons lime juice. Stir to combine. If you skip alcohol, simply increase watermelon juice a bit and you’ve got a refreshing mocktail.
  9. Top, ice, and enjoy
  10. Add ice cubes and top with plain seltzer (roughly 3–4 oz per glass depending on desired fizz). Garnish with a lime slice and serve immediately.

Notes

Common Mistake (because life happens)

  • Too tart? Add a touch more watermelon juice or a tiny drizzle of agave.
  • Too sweet? Add extra lime juice or more seltzer.
  • Flat seltzer? Buy fresh bottles or keep cans chilled in ice until service.
  • Pulp too much? Re-strain through the nut milk bag or a fine sieve.