Tasty Tuesday – Watermelon & Cucumber Mojitos

Mojitos and watermelon……who can think of a better combination? The next time you are having guests over or just relaxing on the back deck, here is a great recipe that is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser.

Ingredients: (4 drinks)

• 1 seedless watermelon pureed
• 1/2 English cucumber pureed
• 2 limes juiced
• 1/2 cup mint muddled
• 8 oz. vodka chilled
• 1 large bottle sparkling water chilled (I prefer PC brand, San Pellegrino or Perrier)
• ice cubes

Instructions:

1. Using a blender or juicer, puree watermelon and cucumber together. Strain using a fine mesh sieve if using a blender to remove pulp and set juice aside (preferably in fridge to chill).
2. Juice limes, then muddle with mint using a wooden spoon or a muddler if you have one. Put the mixture in a shaker with ice and shake for 15-20 seconds. Strain into a large pitcher.
3. Add juice to large pitcher, then vodka and bottle of sparkling water.
4. Pour into glasses filled with ice and enjoy!

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