Melon Mint Granita
This Melon Mint Granita is a refreshing boozy treat! Ripe cantaloupe is mixed with fresh mint, making one cool delicious cocktail. It's the perfect drink recipe using seasonal ingredients. Make a big batch for your next BBQ, get together, or pool party - they'll be a hit!
Prep Time5 minutes mins
Total Time4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cantaloupe, Frozen Cocktail, Mint, Rum
Servings: 2 Drinks
- 4 Cups Cantaloupe
- 2 Tbsp mint simple syrup
- 10-12 fresh mint leaves
- White Rum
Blend cantaloupe , mint simple syrup, and mint leaves until liquified.
Pour mixture in to a shallow dish that has a cover (or can be covered with tin foil, undisturbed). Freeze for at least 3 hours.
When ready to serve, scoop about 1 cup melon mint mixture in to a glass.
Add 1 1/2 ounces of white rum, mix to combine.
Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a fun straw, because it's SUMMA TIME!