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Juicy, sweet, and just a little bit sour, this sparkling watermelon lemonade is the most refreshing summer drink. Serve it at your next get-together and I promise it will be a huge hit!

Nothing complements a summer barbecue like a refreshing homemade beverage! This copycat Starbucks pink drink, mint julep, and pineapple lemonade are a few of my favorites!

Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade Recipe

We’ve been going through a heat wave here in Utah and it’s been rough! The only thing keeping me going has been cold, refreshing drinks like this sparkling watermelon lemonade. It’s smooth, sweet, and just a little bit bubbly! It has been a hit at our summer barbecues and I’m sure you and yours will love it just as much!

It only takes a few simple ingredients to whip this up. Plus, you can use leftover watermelon! We always have quite a bit of it after a barbecue. This lemonade is great for customizing, too! Whether you want to add a splash of alcohol, fruit purées, or flavored syrups, it’s a great foundation to work with. You’ll want to have it around all summer long!

What You’ll Need to Make It

Just a handful of simple ingredients are needed here! All measurements can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

• Seedless Watermelon: I cut mine into small cubes so it blends more easily.
• Fresh Lemon Juice: I’ve found that fresh lemon juice gives lemonade the best flavor, but you can use bottled lemon juice if it’s easier for you!
• Granulated Sugar: This is the main sweetener of the drink. You can swap this out for things like honey, agave, or Stevia.
• Sparkling Water: I used a mix of lemon and watermelon sparkling water.
• Ice Cubes: You’ve got to have your drink served over ice on these hot summer days!
• Lemon and Watermelon Slices: For that picture-perfect garnish.

How to Make Sparkling Watermelon Lemonade

Only 3 easy steps here! This sparkling watermelon lemonade is the perfect thing to whip up before a get-together with friends or family.

1. Blend: Place watermelon cubes into blender and blend until the watermelon is completely pureed. Pour over a fine mesh strainer into a large bowl.
2. Mix: Pour strained watermelon into a large pitcher. Add fresh squeezed lemon juice and sugar. Add lemon and watermelon flavored sparkling water. Stir well.
3. Serve: Serve over ice and garnish with a lemon and/or watermelon slice.