Watermelon Ginger Spritzer
Watermelon Ginger Spritzer is a refreshing non-alcoholic drink made with juicy watermelon, fiery fresh root ginger, lime and sparkling mineral water. The Thermomix grinds the ginger, blends the watermelon silky smooth and heats the sugar syrup with precise control. Ideal for summer barbecues, garden parties or a revitalising afternoon treat.
About this recipe
Watermelon Ginger Spritzer Thermomix TM7 is the ultimate alcohol-free summer cooler: a brilliant pink blend of ripe watermelon, pungent fresh root ginger, tangy lime juice and sparkling mineral water, finished with torn mint leaves. Searching for easy spritzer recipes for your all-in-one kitchen machine? This one shows exactly why the TM7 excels at drinks. The built-in scale weighs the sugar and ginger directly into the mixing bowl, the blades grind the fibrous root ginger to a fine pulp that infuses the syrup with real heat, and powerful mixing turns chunks of watermelon into a silky-smooth purée in seconds — no sieve, no lumps, no messy blender to wash afterwards. A pinch of sea salt in the quick-heated syrup deepens the melon sweetness, while the fizz is added last so every glass stays crisp. Serve it over ice cubes at barbecues, birthday parties or a relaxed weekend lunch; children love the pink colour and you can adjust the ginger heat to taste.
Preparation tips
- Use a ripe, deep-pink watermelon for the sweetest flavour: a hollow sound when tapped and a creamy yellow patch on the skin are good signs. Seedless varieties save you the fiddly job of picking out pips before blending.
- Make the ginger-lime syrup a day ahead and keep it in a bottle in the fridge. The ginger heat intensifies overnight, so start with less root ginger if you prefer a milder spritzer, and add the sparkling water only just before serving.
- For a crystal-clear drink instead of a pulpy one, pour the blended watermelon through a fine sieve and press gently with a spoon. Rim the glasses with a mixture of sugar and finely grated lime zest for a festive party touch children adore.
Recipe variations
- Alcohol-free cocktail variation: shake the watermelon base with a splash of alcohol-free gin or elderflower cordial, then top with sparkling mineral water and a curl of cucumber for an elegant mocktail that looks like a real gin-and-tonic.
- Seasonal winter version: replace the watermelon with blood orange segments and swap the mint for rosemary. The Thermomix grinds the ginger exactly the same way and the spritzer becomes a warming, festive cooler for December parties.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- Built-in scale - The Thermomix weighs the sugar and sea salt straight into the mixing bowl to the gram for a balanced syrup. [Weighing]
- Fine grinding - The TM7 grinds fibrous fresh root ginger into a fine pulp that releases its fiery oils instantly. [Grinding]
- Silky blending - The Thermomix mixes the watermelon chunks into a smooth pink purée without a separate blender. [Mixing]
- Gentle heating - The TM7 heats the sugar and water into a clear syrup without boiling over or scorching. [Heating]
- Quick chopping - The Thermomix chops fresh mint leaves finely so their aroma spreads evenly through every glass. [Chopping]
Ingredients
- fresh root ginger
- water
- sugar
- fine sea salt
- watermelon
- lime juice
- sparkling mineral water
- ice cubes
- fresh mint