WATERMELON MINT JULEP

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DH and I aren't bourbon sippers, so the 1/2 cup required in this recipe doesn't justify my buying a bottle even to taste test; HOWEVER, don't let that stop you from "giving it a shot." Then, let me know how it was, o.k? Sounds wonderfully cool and refreshing.

Provided by Suzie

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 -5 cups seedless watermelon, diced
1/2 cup Bourbon
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
crushed ice
fresh mint sprig

Steps:

  • Combine watermelon, bourbon, mint leaves, sugar and lime juice in a bowl; let stand 5 minutes.
  • Mash the melon mixture with a potato masher; press mixture through a fine sieve into a pitcher; discard solids.
  • Fill 4 (4 oz.) tumblers with crushed ice; top with watermelon mixture.
  • Garnish with mint sprigs.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.6, Fat 0.2, Sodium 2.4, Carbohydrate 18.5, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 15.9, Protein 1

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