The temperatures have really spiked this past week, and normally I'd be really happy about that, but I just found out that our central air isn't working. Shame on us for not checking on it before it got this hot out. Even the dogs are feeling it. Rocky is blowing stinky dog breath in my face right now trying to cool down and extract a little revenge at the same time. It's going to be a few days before the repair man can come out, so we'll be heading into Memorial Day weekend trying our best to stay cool caveman style. Doors shut, blinds down, and sipping on lots and lots of fruity beverages to cool down and stay hydrated. My girls love those frozen icees from the convenience store during the summer, but I thought it would be fun to beat the heat yesterday by making our own fruity icees. This Watermelon Mint Ice really hit the spot on a hot spring day.
Now, the girls don't like mint, so I ended up splitting the batch into one with mint and one without since I knew they'd complain about the mint addition in theirs. I, on the other hand, love a fruit and mint combination, so I left the recipe as is for my glass. Either way, this is truly a refreshing treat without the added sugar you get from convenience store slushies.
6 cups watermelon, seeded and cut into chunks
2 Tablespoons GOLDEN BLOSSOM HONEY
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
1 Tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
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What's your favorite way to stay cool on hot days?
That is entirely not enough of lemon juice I'd put a whole lemon in it and an orange too :) Watermelon makes a really nice juice when you have leftovers from it. But I must admit I don't do mint, I use it only to repel mosquitoes under my window :)
ReplyDeleteThere's not enough mint in the world to tame those pesky mosquitoes that invade my yard. We have to have it sprayed quarterly just to keep them at bay :(
DeleteHopefully that will help you cool down, damn those broken central air systems. Too funny the pup is getting payback.
ReplyDeleteThankfully it's a cheap fix. It's just the wait that sucks. And that bad doggy breath in the meantime ;)
DeleteThis does look good. I tried a recipe similar to this and made them into ice pops.
ReplyDeleteOh, I love the idea of pouring the pulp into ice pop molds. I'll be doing that next! Thanks Alissa!
DeleteThose look so good! Watermelon and mint make such a refreshing combo. I've never tried anything using that combo that wasn't fantastic.
ReplyDeleteThat looks so refreshing! It is our first hot week in NYC and I am ready for this cool refreshment! Thanks for this!
ReplyDeleteMitch
This sounds really good! I love refreshing things like this in the summer.
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun way to use the watermelon. I'd like to try it with and without the mint.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like a refreshing treat after a hot summers day! Will have to try it.
ReplyDeleteThis sounds so good! I could do with a refreshing cold treat right now. Watermelon is one of my favorite flavors.
ReplyDeleteI love ices and watermelon is a favorite. I make them often but have never tried them with honey.
ReplyDeleteWow that looks amazing. I love watermelon drinks, and this looks so refreshing. Would love to try it especially with honey, what a great idea! - Jeanine
ReplyDeleteWatermelon shake is one of my favorite, this is so refreshing. This will surely beat the summer heat!
ReplyDeleteThat looks like the perfect treat for a warm summer day. We have a farm that offers watermelon picking tours. Need to nab some to make this ice recipe.
ReplyDeleteWow! That does look refreshing. I just had a big bowl of watermelon while I was taking a snack break!
ReplyDeleteThis looks so refreshing. I love anything with watermelon in it this time of the year.
ReplyDeleteIt always seems like it's at the most inconvenient time for anything big to break...holidays, weekends, or nights when no one is open to fix it. Even though my air conditioner works, I think I will join you. The drink sounds yummy.
ReplyDeleteThis looks like such a great drink for summer. I will have to get the ingredients i need to make some this weekend. It looks delicious and refreshing.
ReplyDeleteWatermelon and mint together really sounds dazzlingly fresh and cool! I appreciate the recipe especially with the recommendation of those Golden Blossom products, I believe I have some of them at home and now's the perfect time to enjoy them!
ReplyDeleteWe went from cold to 93 in nothing flat. The watermelon and mint with a hint of honey sound really delicious. It's a beautiful presentation you've presented.
ReplyDeleteoh my..I am dying to have a sip of it :). NYC has been super hot for the last 2 days and this recipe is perfect!
ReplyDeleteLil Pumpkin loves watermelon juice! I should try it with your recipe of added mint and honey for a twist ;)
ReplyDeleteAi @ Sakura Haruka
You made me want to go out and make this. The problem is.... my granddaughter is sitting in the kitchen now eating all my watermelon. I do have fresh mint out in my garden.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to give this drink a try. It would be perfect for really hot days like the one you described. Plus I love watermelon.
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