Big Batch Watermelon Mojito

This big-batch watermelon mojito recipe is so easy and perfect for summer entertaining! Made with freshly squeezed lime juice, watermelon juice, and simple syrup flavored with mint leaves, it tastes like summer in a glass. Cheers!

When it comes to summer entertaining, I’m all about super easy make-ahead recipes that serve a crowd. And yes, that includes my cocktail recipes! Instead of playing bartender all night, I make a big-batch cocktail and let my guests help themselves. And this big-batch watermelon mojito recipe is the ultimate party starter!

• 1 and 1/2 cups (340ml) water
• 1 and 1/4 cups (298g) granulated sugar
• 2 1"-strips lime peel
• 1 cup loosely packed mint leaves

• 1/2 cup loosely packed mint leaves more for garnish
• 8 cups seedless watermelon cubed
• 2 cups (454ml) white rum use more or less depending on desired strength of cocktail
• 3/4 cup (170ml) freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 cup (227ml) seltzer water, club soda, or ginger beer
• watermelon wedges for garnish, optional