15 Refreshing Watermelon Drinks That Are Perfect for Summer

When the fruit is ripe and you need a little kick in your glass, it's time for this spicy watermelon margarita recipe. Dip the glass rims in chili powder–spiked coarse salt for an extra layer of spice. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Clean and simple, it just takes a blender to whip up this DIY watermelon juice. You can enjoy this refreshing drink with no added sugar on its own, or jazz it up with one of our variations (see below). Source: EatingWell.com, February 2020

This pretty pink cocktail would be perfect for a bridal shower luncheon. Any leftover pureed juice is refreshing on its own. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2007

Fresh ginger and turmeric make this watermelon smoothie recipe a super-trendy and healthy drink. Serve it over ice for a refreshing way to start your day. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Watermelon, cucumber, fresh basil, and lime juice flavor a summer drink that's fancy enough for guests. The soda takes only minutes to put together. Keep the fruit concentrate, simple syrup, and seltzer water separately in the fridge, then mix just before serving. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine, Summer 2018

These refreshing summery drinks can be made with or without alcohol. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

Strawberry and watermelon combine in this easy, 4-ingredient healthy fruit smoothie recipe. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

This healthy fruit smoothie recipe is best in the summer when watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew are ripe and sweet. Avocado adds creaminess in this vegan smoothie. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Consider making multiple batches of this tangy party drink recipe--some with watermelon and some with honeydew. Your guests will love the different colors and flavors. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

In this pink sangria recipe, we've skipped the added sugar and used sparkling pink wine, elderflower liqueur and tons of fresh fruit and mint to create a delicious, yet healthy cocktail. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2014

This satisfying fruit smoothie recipe has only four ingredients for a quick and easy healthy breakfast on the go. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

Sit back and relax with this refreshing fruit smoothie recipe. The cool flavors of cucumber, watermelon and mint combine to make a healthy beverage reminiscent of a whole juice that will have you feeling like you're at the spa. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2016

This refreshing drink is served by roadside vendors all over Mexico. Not too much fruit, not too much sugar, just a beautiful way to quench your thirst on a summer day. Source: EatingWell Magazine, June/July 2006

Start the day off deliciously with this easy-to-fix melon and yogurt drink for breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

A refreshing Middle Eastern street drink. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Summer 2004