Prosecco Melon Cocktails Recipe with Watermelon Syrup

Sweet and bubbly, Prosecco Melon Cocktails are made with watermelon-infused simple syrup, the perfect, refreshing summer cocktail.

Summer is right around the corner! I love summer cocktail recipes because they are just so fresh, light, and crisp and these Melon Cocktails are no exception – the perfect drink.

Melon has always been my favorite fruit.

When I was little, my Grandma Helen would dice up watermelon for me, and I would devour it faster than she could cut it up. I still love it just as much today.

I wanted to incorporate melon with one of my favorite summer (or anytime!) drinks, prosecco. Making a fun watermelon cocktail recipe pairing the two would be the perfect beverage to sip on a hot summer day.

If you want to REALLY impress your guests at your next summer party, make your melon balls ahead of time and freeze them. BOOM, instant melon ice cubes to keep your refreshing cocktail perfectly chilled.

Do you like honeydew or another melon more than watermelon? I think fresh honeydew melon is my second favorite.

Replace the watermelon in the simple syrup recipe with whichever melon you like for your perfect Melon Cocktails!

Some of our other favorite syrup recipes we have on our site include: Blueberry Syrup, Simple Syrup for Cocktails, and Meyer Lemon Simple Syrup.

1. Use whatever fresh melon you prefer to fit your tastes.
2. Great for a make-ahead cocktail, prepare the simple syrup in advance and chill until ready to serve.
3. An unexpected twist with sweet melon makes this a fun summer cocktail.

• Sugar
• Water
• Fresh Watermelon
• Prosecco
• Melon for garnish – I use a melon baller for this

1. Place water and sugar in a small saucepot. Dissolve the sugar in the water over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Bring to a simmer and add the watermelon cubes. Simmer for 20 minutes. Take off the heat and let cool completely. Strain through a mesh strainer.

3. To make the cocktails, add 1-ounce watermelon syrup to a champagne glass.
4. Add prosecco on top, gently stir with a spoon to combine with the prosecco. Garnish with melon balls if using.

WHAT IS A MELON COCKTAIL?

A melon cocktail is a type of cocktail that is made with melon as a primary ingredient.

Melons are a type of fruit that is typically sweet and juicy, and they can be used to make a variety of different cocktails.

Some popular melon cocktails include:

• Melon Ball Cocktail
• Cantaloupe Margaritas
• Watermelon Margaritas
• Watermelon Daiquiri
• Cucumber Melon Gin Spritzers
• Vodka Watermelon Cocktails
• Watermelon Sangria Recipe
• Honeydew Margarita
• Honeydew Martini
• Japanese Slipper
• Midori Sour
• Watermelon Mojito
• Melon Twist

DO I HAVE TO USE WATERMELON?

No, use your favorite melon in place of watermelon. Keep the measurements of the recipe the same.

Fresh cantaloupe and honeydew will both work the same way; just make sure you are using a ripe melon for optimal sweet taste.

CAN THIS BE MADE AHEAD?

Yes, the syrup needs to be made ahead and chilled before making the cocktails, making for the perfect make-ahead cocktail recipe.

WHAT ARE SOME OTHER GARNISH IDEAS?

I normally like to garnish with items that are in the cocktail itself, so I keep it simple with melon balls, but some other options include:

• Fresh mint
• Lime wedge or lime slices
• Watermelon slice
• Finely diced pieces of melon
• Maraschino cherry

WILL THIS WORK WITH OTHER FRUIT?

Yes, the syrup recipe is a general guideline for making fruity-flavored syrups. This works exceptionally well with berries and stone fruit.

Store leftover syrup in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

Freeze for up to 3 months.

Place leftovers in the freezer in a freezer-safe container. To thaw, place the dish in the fridge overnight.

Or, do as I do and freeze it in ice cube trays to pop one out and add to beverages any time.

Next time you want to try a sweet cocktail with delicious flavor, you must make these Prosecco Melon Cocktails!

If you’ve tried these MELON COCKTAILS, let me know how it turned out in the comments! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes! 

Originally Posted 11/06/2017

Updated with new photos and copy 05/2023