Watermelon Vanilla Ginger Cooler
This refreshing watermelon vanilla ginger cooler blends juicy watermelon with a homemade vanilla-ginger syrup and crisp cucumber slices. Topped with fizzy club soda and candied ginger, it’s the perfect drink for hot summer days or festive brunches.
Ingredients
- 4 cups watermelon cubes
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 knob fresh ginger
- 1 vanilla bean seeds scraped
- 1 seedless cucumber sliced
- 1 cup club soda
- Candied ginger for garnish
Instructions
- Blend watermelon and strain juice into a pitcher.
- Simmer sugar, water, ginger, and vanilla bean in saucepan for 2 minutes.
- Cool and strain.
- Fill glasses with ice.
- Add syrup, watermelon juice, cucumber slices, and club soda.
- Stir, garnish with candied ginger, and serve.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/watermelon-vanilla-ginger-cooler/
Notes
Syrup Tip: You can make the syrup up to 1 week in advance and store it in the fridge in a sealed jar.
Make it a Cocktail: Add a splash of vodka or gin for a refreshing summer cocktail twist.
Cucumber Swap: Try thin slices of mint or basil for an herbal variation.
Watermelon Tip: Use super-ripe watermelon for the sweetest flavor.