Description
This Watermelon Berry Vodka Punch is the ultimate summer cocktail—light, fruity, and crowd-pleasing! Served right from a hollowed-out watermelon, it’s a festive and refreshing drink that’s perfect for backyard BBQs, pool parties, and warm-weather hangouts. With juicy watermelon, fresh berries, fizzy soda, and a splash of vodka, this punch is quick to make and even quicker to disappear. Try it once, and you’ll want it on repeat all season long!
Ingredients
1 small seedless watermelon (for juice + serving bowl)
1½ cups vodka (plain or watermelon flavored)
2 cups mixed berries (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
1 cup lemon-lime soda or sparkling water
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2–4 tablespoons honey or simple syrup (optional, to taste)
Ice cubes (as needed)
Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
Instructions
Prepare the watermelon: Slice off the top of the watermelon and scoop out the flesh. Blend the flesh until smooth, then strain for a cleaner punch if desired.
Make the punch base: In a large bowl or directly in the hollowed-out watermelon, stir together the watermelon juice, vodka, lime juice, and sweetener (if using).
Add the fizz and fruit: Pour in lemon-lime soda or sparkling water, toss in mixed berries, and add ice. Stir gently to combine.
Garnish and serve: Top with fresh mint leaves. Ladle into glasses filled with ice and garnish with more berries and a mint sprig for extra flair!
Notes
Chill your watermelon, vodka, and soda beforehand for the coldest, most refreshing punch.
Add soda just before serving to keep the bubbles alive!
Use frozen berries for extra chill and less watering-down.
Make it a mocktail by skipping the vodka and replacing it with extra sparkling water or coconut water.
If your watermelon isn’t very sweet, add more honey or simple syrup to taste.
Stabilize the watermelon bowl by placing it in a large mixing bowl or using foil to nestle it securely.