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Watermelon Summer Slide
Ingredients
- 3 oz tequila
- 6 oz white wine, such as Riesling or Pinot Grigio
- ½ cup fresh watermelon juice
- 4 tsp. watermelon simple syrup
Add tequila, wine, watermelon juice, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker filled with ice and shake well. Strain into a chilled glass; serve immediately.
Watermelon Juice
Cut four cups of cold watermelon into chunks removing the rind and seeds. In a blender, process the fruit until smooth, about 30 seconds, and strain through a mesh into a medium bowl. Yields 1½ cups watermelon juice. Discard solids. Chill juice.
Watermelon Simple Syrup
Combine 2 cups chopped watermelon and 1 cup sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Use a potato masher or fork to mash the watermelon, mixing with and dissolving the sugar. Simmer for five minutes; stir frequently.