Watermelon Mint Lemonade

🧂 Ingredients

• 1/2 c Granulated Sugar
• 1/2 c Water
• 1/4 c Fresh Mint Leaves

  tightly packed with stems removed and crushed
• 6 c Fresh Watermelon

  cut into chunks
• 3/4 c Fresh Lemon Juice

  6-8 medium lemons
• 1/2 c Cold Water

  more if needed
• 1/2 c Fresh Mint Leaves

  tightly packed and stems removed
• Ice

  to serve
• Fresh Mint Sprigs

  for garnish
• Lemon Slices

  for garnish

Instructions

• 1 To prepare the simple syrup, add the sugar, water, and crushed mint to a small
  saucepan and heat over medium heat.
• 2 Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, approximately 2-3 minutes.
• 3 Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
• 4 Remove from heat and strain to remove mint leaves. Set aside to cool.
• 5 Add watermelon chunks, fresh lemon juice, and cold water to a blender and blend
  until smooth.
• 6 Pour through a strainer to remove any larger particles.
• 7 Taste and sweeten with the cooled mint-infused simple syrup, as desired.
• 8 Bruise one-half cup of fresh mint leaves with fingers to release oils and add to
  a large glass pitcher or jar.
• 9 Top with the watermelon mixture and stir to combine.
• 10 To serve, pour over ice and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint and a slice of
  lemon. Enjoy!

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