This simple Watermelon Frosé is the perfect refreshing summer drink: just blend frozen watermelon, rosé, a squeeze of lime and a splash of peach schnapps for an easy adult slushie.
Recipe published July 2019. Updated June 2020 with new photos and step-by-step images.
The frosé (frozen rosé) trend has become a summer staple for good reason. It’s an easy, frosty cocktail that feels like an adult slushie—perfect for hot afternoons or casual evenings on the patio. This Watermelon Frosé is simple to prepare and highlights sweet, icy watermelon alongside bright lime and a hint of peach.
Why you’ll love this Watermelon Frosé
- Ready in minutes. Once watermelon is frozen, everything goes into the blender and you’re done.
- Freezes well. Make a batch and store it in a freezer-safe container to enjoy later—thaw a little before serving.
- Incredibly refreshing. Watermelon keeps the drink light and thirst-quenching while rosé, peach schnapps and lime add balance and brightness.
- Adjustable texture. Make it thick enough to eat with a spoon or thin enough to sip through a straw.
What you will need
This recipe uses half a bottle of rosé (about 375 ml). Scale up for a crowd or add more wine if you prefer a stronger drink. Frozen watermelon is the key—freeze the cubes for at least a few hours so the blender produces a smooth, slushy texture.
- Rosé: Use your favorite rosé. Canned rosé also works well for smaller batches.
- Watermelon: Peel, cube and freeze the watermelon ahead of time.
- Peach schnapps: Adds a bright, fruity note. Substitute another liqueur or syrup if you prefer.
- Lime juice: Freshly squeezed is best for brightness.
How to make Watermelon Frosé
This is extremely simple to make. Be sure your watermelon cubes are well frozen before starting:
- Pour rosé, lime juice and peach schnapps into a high-powered blender.
- Add frozen watermelon cubes.
- Blend on high until smooth. Adjust thickness by adding more wine (if too thick) or extra watermelon or ice (if too thin). Pour and garnish with lime.
With minimal effort you’ll have a cold, satisfying cocktail in hand—great for relaxing outdoors or sharing with friends.
Alcohol-free option
Yes—this can easily be made alcohol-free. Replace the rosé with a nonalcoholic rosé alternative and swap peach schnapps for peach-flavored syrup. Use your preferred alcohol-free options to keep the same fruity profile without alcohol.
Recipe notes
- Freezer storage: The frosé freezes well for several weeks in a freezer-safe container. Thaw for about 30 minutes before serving.
- Texture: For a spoonable dessert, add more frozen watermelon or reduce the liquid. For a drinkable slush, thin with a little extra rosé.
- Scaling: This small-batch recipe can be doubled by using a full bottle of rosé and doubling other ingredients.
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- Strawberry Lemonade Smoothie
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- Peanut Butter Chocolate Coffee Smoothie
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Watermelon Frosé
Ingredients
- 1/2 Bottle rosé wine (half of a 750 mL bottle)
- 4 cups frozen watermelon cubes (freeze at least 3 hours)
- 1/4 cup peach schnapps
- Juice of half a lime
Instructions
- Add all ingredients into a high-powered blender.
- Blend on high until smooth. If it’s too thick, add more wine. If it’s too thin, add more frozen watermelon or a couple ice cubes.
- Pour to serve or transfer to a freezer-safe container to store. Thaw slightly before serving and garnish with lime slices.
Notes
- This watermelon frosé freezes well for several weeks—let thaw about 30 minutes before serving.
- For a spoonable texture, add more frozen watermelon or reduce liquid; for a sippable slush, thin with extra rosé.
- Double the recipe for a larger batch by using a full bottle of rosé and doubling other ingredients.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is an approximation.