Agua de Sandia (sahn-DEE-yah) Mexican Watermelon Water Drink Recipe
Imagine the bright hue and sweet flavor of watermelon, captured in a cooling drink. Just add a hammock (and a splash of vodka?) and you’re set!
Serves 16
Ingredients
| 4 | cups | cubed watermelon, seeds removed |
| 12 | cups | watermelon juice and water |
| 1–11/2 | cups | sugar |
| ~ | lime slices or mint sprigs for decoration |
Directions
- Working in batches, combine 2 cups of watermelon and 2 cups of watermelon juice in the blender, cover and puree. Pour into a large pitcher and repeat one more times.
- Stir in the remaining juice and or water and the sugar, adjusting sweetness to your taste.
- Chill for 2–4 hours.
- Pour the agua de sandia into tall glasses and decorate with lime slices or sprigs of mint.
Preparation Time:
About 20 minutes, plus 2-4 hours to chill.
