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Refreshing Watermelon Mint Lemonade Pitcher

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A sweet, cooling summer drink blending pureed watermelon, fresh lemon juice, and muddled mint for a refreshing and crowd-pleasing lemonade perfect for parties.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups watermelon, cubed and seeds removed
  • 4 large fresh lemons, juiced (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, plus extra for garnish
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup granulated sugar or honey, adjust to taste
  • 2 cups cold water
  • Ice cubes as needed
  • Optional: 1 cup club soda or sparkling water for fizz
  • Optional: Lime juice to substitute half of the lemon juice

Instructions

  1. Cut about 6 cups of watermelon into cubes, removing seeds.
  2. Place watermelon cubes into a blender or food processor and blend on high until smooth, about 45 seconds. Add a splash of water if too thick. Optionally, strain through a fine mesh sieve for a clearer lemonade.
  3. Juice 4 large lemons to yield about 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice.
  4. Place 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves in a large pitcher. Add sugar or honey over the mint and gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release oils without shredding leaves.
  5. Add fresh lemon juice, watermelon juice, and 2 cups cold water to the pitcher. Stir well to dissolve sugar and blend flavors. Adjust sweetness as needed.
  6. Add plenty of ice cubes to the pitcher. If desired, stir in 1 cup club soda or sparkling water just before serving to keep it bubbly.
  7. Garnish with extra mint sprigs and thin lemon slices.

Notes

[‘Use ripe, sweet watermelon for best flavor and less sugar needed.’, ‘Do not over-muddle mint to avoid bitterness.’, ‘Taste and adjust sugar gradually as watermelon sweetness varies.’, ‘Freeze watermelon cubes as ice alternatives to avoid dilution.’, ‘Add sparkling water just before serving to maintain fizz.’, ‘Prepare up to 4 hours ahead, keep refrigerated, add ice and soda before serving.’, ‘For a lighter version, reduce sugar or use natural sweeteners like agave or stevia.’, ‘Optional variations include swapping mint for basil or cilantro, adding jalapeño for spice, or making an alcoholic cocktail with vodka, rum, or gin.’]

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Keywords: watermelon lemonade, mint lemonade, summer drink, refreshing beverage, party drink, easy lemonade recipe

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