Name: Watermelon Slice
Prep time: 3 min
Yield: 1 Cocktail
Ingredients: 3 oz Brut Champagne or Sparkling Dry White Wine; 2 oz Watermelon Juice; 0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur; 0.5 oz Lime Juice; Watermelon Wedge for Garnish

Everything You Need To Know About The Watermelon Slice

The US Open concludes this weekend at New York's USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center and Arthur Ashe Stadium, drawing massive crowds of tennis fans. According to news reports, they were a thirsty bunch. Following the popularity of last year's viral sensation, the Honey Deuce, the tournament's official hotel partner, IHG Hotels & Resorts, released a new cocktail for fans to enjoy: the Watermelon Slice. While this new drink was received enthusiastically, it came with a shocking price tag of almost $40. Though the tournament is now over, you can still enjoy a taste of the US Open at home for a fraction of the price by making it at home.

Watermelon Slice

Prep Time3 min

Yield1 Cocktail

Base SpiritChampagne

Ingredients

3 oz Brut Champagne or Sparkling Dry White Wine
2 oz Watermelon Juice
0.5 oz Elderflower Liqueur
0.5 oz Lime Juice
Watermelon Wedge for Garnish

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Instructions

In a shaker, combine watermelon juice, liqueur, and lime juice with ice.
Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds until well-chilled.
Strain into a chilled champagne flute or highball glass.
Gently top with the chilled sparkling wine.
Garnish with a fresh watermelon wedge.

Pro Tip

For the best Watermelon Slice, make sure all your ingredients are well-chilled before mixing. Use fresh, ripe watermelon for the juice to ensure a naturally sweet and vibrant flavor. The sparkling wine is added last to maintain its effervescence.

Watermelon Slice Riff

For a different twist, you can add a hint of mint by gently muddling a few fresh mint leaves with the watermelon juice before shaking. You can also experiment with different garnishes, such as a thin slice of cucumber or a sprig of basil, for a more herbal aroma.

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Everything You Need To Know About The Watermelon Slice