As the sun begins to dip a little earlier and the evenings take on that faint golden chill and stunning sunsets, we find ourselves enjoying the final days of lake season. The docks are still warm, ripples still carry over the water, and the air is thick with the sweet tug of summer not quite ready to let go. Before we fold up the towels and pack away the paddleboards, there’s still one more ritual to honor—one more blackberry watermelon spritz to toast the season that’s slipping through our fingers.
Here’s to long days, late nights, and the timeless magic of the lake.
Blackberry Watermelon Rosé Spritz
Ingredients (serves 2):
- 1 cup fresh watermelon juice (strained if you prefer smooth)
- 4–6 fresh blackberries
- 4 oz chilled rosé wine
- 2 oz club soda (or more, to taste)
- 1 tsp honey or agave (optional, for sweetness)
- Ice
- Fresh mint or a watermelon wedge, for garnish
Instructions:
- In a glass or cocktail shaker, lightly muddle the blackberries with honey/agave (if using).
- Add the watermelon juice and rosé; stir gently.
- Fill two glasses with ice, pour the mixture over, and top each with a splash of club soda.
- Garnish with mint, extra blackberries, or a watermelon wedge.
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