German Melonenbowle Melon Wine Punch Recipe

This vibrant German Melonenbowle (melon wine punch) is the perfect summer cooler! A refreshing mix of watermelon and honeydew melon, soaked in crisp white wine and bubbly champagne, this recipe is easily adaptable to your taste. Perfect for parties or a relaxing afternoon, this stunning punch, traditionally served in a beautiful bowle, is sure to impress. Plan ahead – the fruit needs several hours to soak for optimal flavor. Get ready for a taste of German summer!

Prep Time 180 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 435.7 kcal
Protein 7g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for German Melonenbowle Melon Wine Punch

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How to Make German Melonenbowle Melon Wine Punch

  1. Halve a 6-pound watermelon, remove seeds, and scoop out the flesh using a melon baller. This should yield approximately 6 cups of melon balls.
  2. Place watermelon balls in a large (6-quart capacity) clear glass punch bowl or bowle pitcher.
  3. Halve a 3-pound honeydew melon, remove seeds, and scoop out the flesh with a melon baller. This should yield approximately 3 cups of melon balls.
  4. Add the honeydew melon balls to the watermelon balls. Pour 1 (750ml) bottle of dry white wine (Riesling or similar recommended) over the fruit.
  5. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours, or preferably overnight.
  6. Just before serving, add 1 (750ml) bottle of chilled dry white wine and 1 (750ml) bottle of chilled champagne or sparkling wine to the fruit mixture.
  7. (Optional) For a visually stunning presentation, carve designs into the rind of the watermelon before scooping out the flesh. Use this rind as a unique serving bowl! (If using the rind as a bowl, transfer soaked fruit to the chilled rind just before serving.)
  8. Serve immediately in small glasses with fruit picks for easy access to the delicious melon.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

144g

Fat

0g

Carbs

16g