# Tangy Watermelon Daiquiris This Recipe is a Refreshing Way to Celebrate National Daiquiri Day By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-07-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/national-daiquiri-day References: [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.com/tom-macy/its-time-to-take-back-the-daiquiri_b_7758954.html) July 19th is National Daiquiri Day and what better way to celebrate than with a refreshing [watermelon-infused cocktail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/absolut-sprite)? A traditional daiquiri is extremely simple to make and consists of only three ingredients: white rum, lime juice and sugar. While traditional daiquiris are delicious, the addition of fresh watermelon turns this classic cocktail into a refreshing summertime beverage. To make the recipe, you will need to begin by making your own simple syrup from watermelon juice and sugar. Start by muddling a few pieces of watermelon until it becomes a soupy pulp. Strain the watermelon mixture and then add in the sugar until it is dissolved. To finish, combine the simple syrup with white rum and a splash of lime juice. The end result is a [tangy, yet refreshing cocktail](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinco-de-mayo-drink) that is perfect for celebrating National Daiquiri Day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 65% | 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Watermelon-infused Cocktails:** Opportunity for bars and restaurants to offer watermelon-infused variations of classic cocktails, providing a refreshing twist to traditional favorites. - **DIY Simple Syrups:** Potential for home bartending enthusiasts to experiment with creating their own simple syrups using fresh fruit juices, opening up possibilities for unique flavor combinations. - **Refreshing Summertime Beverages:** Market opportunity for beverage companies to develop and promote new drink offerings that align with consumers' desire for refreshing summer flavors and experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Hospitality:** Hotels, bars, and restaurants can capitalize on the watermelon-infused cocktail trend by incorporating it into their menu, attracting customers looking for unique and refreshing drink options. - **Home Bartending:** Companies in the home bartending industry can provide resources, ingredients, and tools for enthusiasts to create their own simple syrups and experiment with personalized cocktail recipes. - **Beverage Manufacturing:** Beverage companies can seize the opportunity to develop and market new refreshing summertime drink offerings, capturing consumer interest and satisfying their thirst for unique taste experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fruit-Forward Summertime Gins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tamworth-garden-watermelon-flavored-gin.md) - [Exclusive Tequila Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-margarita-sorbet.md) - [Password-Protected Daiquiris](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiquiri-day.md) - [Spicy-Sweet Summertime Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jamba-watermelon-smoothies.md) - [RTD Watermelon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-vodka.md) - [Pre-Bottled Classic Daiquiris](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-daiquiri.md) - [Rum-Infused Tropical Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daiquiri-sorbet.md) - [Hydrating Summertime Smoothies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xtreme-watermelon-smoothie.md) - [Watermelon Lemonade Sorbets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-lemonade-sorbet.md)