WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA

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This refreshing drink is served by roadside vendors all over Mexico. Not too much fruit, not too much sugar, just a beautiful way to quench your thirst on a summer day. From 'EatingWell.com' and posted for ZWT5. NOTE: Prep time DOES NOT include 4 hour chill time.

Provided by kitty.rock

Categories     Punch Beverage

Time 15m

Yield 10 1 cup servings, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

8 cups watermelon (cubed, seeded, and divided)
1 cup water, divided
1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1 liter club soda or 1 liter seltzer water, well chilled
lime slice, for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree.
  • Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container.
  • Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar.
  • Stir in lime juice.
  • Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.
  • To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.
  • MAKE AHEAD TIP: Prepare through Step 1, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days.

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