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Copycat Chick-fil-A Watermelon Mint Lemonade: The Ultimate Summer Refresher

This vibrant pink drink combines sweet watermelon, zesty lemon, and fresh mint for the most refreshing homemade lemonade that tastes just like Chick-fil-A's version. Perfect for backyard BBQs, pool parties, or hot summer afternoons, this non-alcoholic beverage is kid-friendly and easy to make at home.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed (about 1 small watermelon)
  • 1 cup fresh lemon juice (about 6-8 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus more for garnish
  • 4 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes
  • Watermelon slices and lemon slices for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Make the simple syrup by combining 1/2 cup sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and add 1/4 cup mint leaves. Let steep for 15-20 minutes, then strain out mint leaves.
  2. In a blender, puree the cubed watermelon until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp, pressing with a spoon to extract all the juice.
  3. In a large pitcher, combine the watermelon juice, fresh lemon juice, mint-infused simple syrup, and 4 cups cold water. Stir well to combine.
  4. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Add more sugar syrup if you prefer it sweeter.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld together.
  6. Serve over ice with fresh mint leaves, watermelon slices, and lemon slices for garnish.

Notes

For the best flavor, use ripe, sweet watermelon and freshly squeezed lemon juice. Make it ahead - the flavors develop even more if you let it chill overnight. For a fun twist, freeze watermelon balls or lemon slices into ice cubes.