WATERMELON-TEQUILA REFRESHERS

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Watermelon-Tequila Refreshers image

If you prefer to serve alcohol-free cocktails, omit the tequila-the drink is still delicious.

Yield serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3/4 cup sugar
3 1/2 pounds seedless watermelon, cut into 2-inch cubes (about 12 cups)
1 cup tequila
1 cup fresh lime juice (6 to 8 limes), plus lime slices for garnish
4 cups ice

Steps:

  • Stir together the sugar and 3/4 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Let cool completely. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to 1 week.
  • Working in batches, fill the blender with watermelon cubes; blend until smooth. Pass the puree in batches through a fine sieve set over a large bowl, discarding the solids as you work. Refrigerate the juice until ready to use, up to 1 day.
  • Stir together the tequila, lime and watermelon juices, and sugar syrup in a large pitcher. Stir in the ice and lime slices.

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