This refreshing cocktail is fruity and delicious. Perfect for summer entertaining!
3 cups watermelon, seedless, chopped
4 cups water
¾ cup granulated sugar
¾ cup fresh lime juice (6-8 limes)
1 cup white rum
Watermelon wedges or lime slices for garnish.
Puree the watermelon with 2 cups water in the blender. Pour the mixture in a strainer over a bowl and strain well. Use the back of a spoon to push the liquid through, but not the solids. Pour strained watermelon liquid into pitcher. Add remaining 2 cups water, sugar, rum and lime juice. Stir well until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate for two hours before serving.
To serve, stir and pour into glasses and garnish with watermelon wedges or lime slices. Serves 4-6
