The Watermelon Spritz Mocktail With the Viral Frozen Jalapeño Hack
If a spicy margarita, a watermelon picnic, and a girls’ trip to wine country somehow had a non-alcoholic baby, it would be this Watermelon Spritz Mocktail.
Made with fresh watermelon juice, crisp alcohol-removed sparkling wine, and a shower of grated frozen jalapeño, this drink is refreshing, sophisticated, and just a little bit flirty. It’s the kind of mocktail that makes you want to wear linen, sit outside for hours, and pretend every text can wait until tomorrow.
And if you haven’t tried the frozen jalapeño hack yet, prepare to become that friend who won’t stop talking about it.
Why You'll Love This Watermelon Spritz Mocktail
Most watermelon drinks lean aggressively sweet. This one has better things to do.
The juicy watermelon brings freshness, the lime keeps everything bright, the bubbly adds a dry, wine-like finish, and the frozen jalapeño delivers just enough heat to make every sip interesting.
What Is the Frozen Jalapeño Hack?
The internet loves a good kitchen hack, but this one actually deserves the hype.
Simply pop a whole jalapeño into the freezer overnight. When you’re ready to make your drink, use a microplane or cheese grater to grate a small amount directly over your cocktail.
The result? Fresh jalapeño flavor and a subtle kick without having to slice, muddle, or fish pepper pieces out of your glass.
Ingredients You'll Need
Serves: 2
- 2 ounces watermelon-lime juice (this one’s simple: blend 1 and ½ cups of cubed watermelon and ½ cup of fresh lime juice)
- ⅓ to ½ can sparkling white wine (We love Just Enough Alcohol-Removed Brut Bubbles)
- Frozen jalapeño, grated to taste
- Watermelon wedge for garnish (optional)
How to Make a Watermelon Spritz Mocktail
- Blend the watermelon and lime juice until smooth. Strain if desired
- Pour 2 ounces of watermelon-lime juice into a chilled coupe glass
- Top with ⅓ to ½ can of alcohol-removed sparkling wine
- Grate a small amount of frozen jalapeño over the top
- Add a watermelon wedge if you’re feeling fancy and enjoy immediately
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this ahead of time?
You can prepare the watermelon-lime juice up to 24 hours in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Add the sparkling wine just before serving.
Is the frozen jalapeño very spicy?
It’s as spicy as you want it to be! Grating frozen jalapeño creates a lighter, more subtle heat than muddling fresh pepper slices. Start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Can I use sparkling water instead?
Absolutely. Sparkling water will create a lighter, less wine-inspired version of the drink while keeping it refreshing and alcohol-free.
Watermelon Jalapeño Spritz Mocktail
Ingredients
- 2 oz watermelon-lime juice this one's simple: blend 1 and ½ cups of cubed watermelon and ½ cup of fresh lime juice
- ⅓ to ½ can Just Enough Alcohol-Removed Brut Bubbles
- frozen jalapeño grated to taste
- watermelon wedge for garnish optional
Instructions
- Blend the watermelon and lime juice until smooth. Strain if desired
- Pour 2 ounces of watermelon-lime juice into a chilled coupe glass
- Top with ⅓ to ½ can of alcohol-removed sparkling wine
- Grate a small amount of frozen jalapeño over the top
- Add a watermelon wedge if you're feeling fancy and enjoy immediately
