Watermelon Mint Mojito with Nimbu Pani Twist

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-22 · Updated 2026-05-22

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A vibrant mojito variant blending fresh watermelon juice, lime, and mint with a subtle sweetness inspired by Nepali nimbu pani. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together fresh watermelon juice, fresh lime juice, fresh mint leaves for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 8 min Serves 1 Cocktails cuisine 210 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 cup fresh watermelon juice
1 oz fresh lime juice
12 fresh mint leaves
2 oz white rum
1 oz simple syrup
2 oz club soda
as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: In a sturdy glass, muddle 12 fresh mint leaves with 1 oz simple syrup and 1 oz fresh lime juice until the leaves release their aroma and oils.
Step 2: Add 2 oz white rum and 1 cup fresh watermelon juice to the glass. Stir gently to combine.
Step 3: Fill the glass with ice cubes to the top and top off with 2 oz club soda for light fizz.
Step 4: Stir once more gently to mix all ingredients without bruising the mint further.
Step 5: Garnish with a small sprig of mint and a small wedge of watermelon on the rim before serving.