Watermelon Fresca

From issue #64, page 89. February, 2016
Photography Josh Griggs.
    Watermelon Fresca

    Serves: 6

    INGREDIENTS

    1 cup vodka
    ½ cup mint leaves
    4 cups chopped watermelon, rind and seeds removed
    ¼ cup sugar syrup
    juice of 2 limes

    To serve
    ice
    slices of lime and sprigs of mint to garnish

    METHOD

    Use a mortar and pestle to mash the mint leaves.

    Place the vodka, watermelon, sugar syrup, lime juice and mint in a blender and process until smooth. If you prefer a clear syrup, strain the mixture through a sieve, or serve as is for a slushy-like texture. 

    Tip the mixture into a pitcher and stir to combine. 

    Place ice cubes in 6 glasses, pour over the mixture and garnish with a slice of lime and a sprig of mint. 

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