# Boozy Watermelon Slushies This Fruity Summer Drink Combines Watermelon, Lime Juice and Vodka By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruity-summer-drink References: [thekitchn](http://www.thekitchn.com/a-boozy-watermelon-slushie-to-sip-all-summer-221582) & [honestlyyum](http://honestlyyum.com/13730/watermelon-balsamic-cocktail-slushies/) The 'Honestly Yum' blog has devised a recipe for a fruity summer drink that is both hydrating and delicious. Made from juicy watermelon and featuring an unexpected splash of balsamic vinegar, this boozy beverage is perfect for a day in the sun. While this recipe is extremely easy to make, it does require setting aside an hour of advanced prep time. To make the fruity summer drink, you will need [vodka](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holla-spirits-rtd), lime juice, simple syrup, watermelon and balsamic vinegar. Begin by cubing your watermelon and placing it in the freeze to chill for about an hour. After your watermelon cubes have chilled, combine all the ingredients in a blender and then pulse until smooth. Garnish your drinks with mint and then enjoy your [boozy watermelon slushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inoviva-slushie-machine). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 50% | Activity: 86% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Fruity Cocktails:** Opportunity for innovative cocktail recipes that incorporate fresh fruits and unique flavor combinations. - **Hydrating Beverages:** Opportunity for refreshing and hydrating beverage options that are perfect for summertime and outdoor events. - **Creative Garnishes:** Opportunity for unique and visually appealing drink garnishes that add an extra element of visual appeal and flavor to cocktails. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity for bars, restaurants, and beverage companies to create and market unique and refreshing summertime drink options to consumers. - **Event Planning:** Opportunity for event planners to incorporate creative and visually appealing drink options into their event menus for summertime events. - **Hospitality:** Opportunity for hotels and resorts to offer guests unique and refreshing summertime drink options that incorporate fresh fruits and creative garnishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Watermelon-Flavored Citrus Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absolut-sprite.md) - [Fruit-Forward Summertime Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamworth-garden-watermelon-flavored-gin.md) - [Juicy Watermelon Wines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-moscato.md) - [Watermelon-Infused Canned Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-crush.md) - [Canned Watermelon-Tequila Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/monaco-cocktails-1.md) - [Tangy Watermelon Lemonade Slushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-berry-lemonade-freeze.md) - [Fruity Energy Drink Slushies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-red-bull-red-edition-watermelon.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Summertime Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamba-watermelon-smoothies.md) - [Exclusive Tequila Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-margarita-sorbet.md)