Watermelon Aqua Fresca
Light and refreshing, this popular drink is perfect for hot summer afternoons. It can be made with any number of fresh fruits, but melons are the most popular.
While this version is non-alcoholic, rum or tequila and triple sec can be added to create a delicious adults-only beverage.
Ingredients:
6 cups watermelon, seeded
1¼ cup water
1½ limes, juiced
4 tablespoons honey
½ lime, sliced Fresh mint leaves ice
Directions:
Add watermelon, water and lime juice to blender or food processor and blend until smooth. If any seeds or large chunks remain, strain through a sieve to remove.
Pour into a pitcher and stir in honey until blended. Crush mint leaves with your fingers and put in the bottom of each glass. Fill glasses with ice and top with watermelon mixture.
Garnish each glass with a slice of lime or fresh mint leaves, if desired.