This simple Watermelon Frosé recipe is the perfect refreshing summer drink. Pop everything into the blender and you’re ready to enjoy a slushy mix of rosé, sweet watermelon, a squeeze of lime, and a hint of peach schnapps—an ideal summer cocktail.
Recipe originally published July 2019; updated June 2020 with new photos and step-by-step images.
The frosé craze—frozen rosé—has become a staple for warm-weather entertaining, and this Watermelon Frosé is a straightforward, crowd-pleasing version. Think of it as an adult slushie: fruity, icy, and easy to customize. It’s one of those summer cocktails you can throw together in minutes if you plan ahead and freeze the watermelon first.
If you have a ripe watermelon on hand, this drink is a great way to use it. The flavors are bright and light, and the texture can be adjusted from drinkable to spoonable simply by changing the ratio of fruit to liquid.
Why You Will Love This Watermelon Frozen Rosé Recipe
- Fast to prepare. Once your watermelon is frozen, blending takes only a minute or two—perfect for last-minute guests or a quick backyard refreshment.
- Freezes well for later. Make a batch ahead and store it in a freezer-safe container. Thaw slightly before serving or scoop straight into glasses for a thicker treat.
- Extremely refreshing. Watermelon adds natural juiciness and a cooling effect that pairs beautifully with rosé, peach schnapps, and lime.
- Versatile texture. Keep it slushy for sipping through a straw, or blend thicker to enjoy with a spoon like a grown-up sorbet.
What You Will Need
This recipe is written for a half bottle of rosé, which makes a small batch easy to scale. Use a full bottle and double the rest of the ingredients for a larger group, or reduce the amounts for a single serving. Choose a rosé you enjoy drinking—canned or bottled rosé both work well.
- Rosé: Any dry or off-dry rosé will work. The wine provides the base and light pink color.
- Watermelon: Key to the texture—freeze cubed watermelon for at least a few hours so it blends into a slushy consistency.
- Peach schnapps: Adds a sweet, fruity note that complements both watermelon and rosé. Substitute a peach syrup for a nonalcoholic version.
- Lime juice: Freshly squeezed is best to brighten and balance the sweetness.
How to Make This Watermelon Frosé
This Watermelon Frosé is delightfully simple. Freeze the watermelon cubes first, then follow these steps:
- Pour the rosé, peach schnapps, and lime juice into a blender.
- Add the frozen watermelon cubes.
- Blend on high until smooth. Adjust the thickness by adding more wine (to thin) or more frozen watermelon (to thicken).
- Pour into glasses and garnish with lime slices or watermelon wedges as desired.
Serve immediately for the best texture. If you prefer to store the batch, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and let it soften at room temperature for 20–30 minutes before scooping or re-blending.
Can You Make This Frozen Rosé Alcohol Free?
Yes. Swap in a nonalcoholic rosé or another sparkling alcohol-free wine, and use peach syrup instead of schnapps. Adjust sweetness to taste. This keeps the flavor profile while making it suitable for guests who prefer to avoid alcohol.
Recipe Notes
- Freezer storage: This watermelon frosé stores well in the freezer for several weeks. Scoop or re-blend after thawing slightly.
- Texture preferences: For a spoonable dessert, use more frozen watermelon or reduce the liquid. For a drinkable slush, keep the liquid higher and serve with a straw.
- Scaling: Easily double or triple this recipe. Increase liquid and frozen fruit proportionally to maintain the desired balance and texture.
Other Drink Ideas
- Ginger Peach Sangria
- Strawberry Basil Margarita
- Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie
- Homemade Mocha Frappuccino with Sea Salt
- Peanut Butter Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
Watermelon Frosé
Recipe Details
Prep Time: 10 minutes • Total Time: 10 minutes • Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1/2 bottle rosé wine (about half of a 750 mL bottle)
- 4 cups frozen watermelon cubes (freeze for at least 3 hours)
- 1/4 cup peach schnapps
- Juice of half a lime
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high until smooth. If too thick, add a splash more wine; if too thin, add more frozen watermelon or a few ice cubes.
- Pour into glasses or transfer to a freezer-safe container to store. Garnish with lime slices or watermelon wedges.
Notes
- This watermelon frosé freezes well for several weeks. Thaw slightly before serving or re-blend for best texture.
- For a thicker, spoonable treat, reduce the liquid or increase frozen watermelon.
- Scale easily by using a full bottle of rosé and doubling the other ingredients for larger gatherings.
Nutrition
Approximate per serving: Calories: 161 kcal, Carbohydrates: 17 g, Protein: 1 g, Fat: 1 g, Sugar: 14 g, Vitamin C: 13 mg.