Watermelon Mint Lemonade

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine granulated sugar and water in a small pan over medium-high heat to create a simple syrup.

2. 2

   Heat the mixture until the sugar fully dissolves, then set aside to cool.

3. 3

   Pulse cubed seedless watermelon in a blender until smooth, working in batches if necessary.

4. 4

   Strain the pureed watermelon through a fine mesh colander into a large bowl, discarding the pulp.

5. 5

   Rinse the blender container with water, then return the watermelon liquid to the blender.

6. 6

   Add fresh-squeezed lemon juice and loosely packed mint leaves, blending until the mint is finely chopped.

7. 7

   Transfer the mixture to a juice pitcher, adjusting the sweetness by slowly adding the cooled simple syrup until desired taste is achieved.

8. 8

   Chill the Watermelon Mint Lemonade until ready to serve.

9. 9

   Serve over ice in a highball glass, garnished with lemon slices and fresh mint sprigs.