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Big Batch Cocktails: Watermelon Lemonade

Prep Time30 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 14 servings
Calories: 198kcal

Ingredients

  • 28 oz watermelon juice (note 1)
  • 28 oz sparkling water
  • 21 oz Empress 1908 Gin
  • 17.5 oz mint and thyme simple syrup (note 2)
  • 14 oz lemon juice

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients except gin to a large pitcher and stir. Add ice, then top with gin for layered effect. Stir well before serving. Garnish with fresh mint and thyme.

Notes

  1. Watermelon Juice: It takes about 6-7 cups of cubed watermelon to yield 4 cups of watermelon juice. Add the cubed watermelon to a high speed blender, then strain solids from the juice. Compost or dispose of the solids.
  2. Mint and Thyme Simple Syrup: To make, heat 1 1/2 cups of water and 1 1/2 cups of sugar over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and add 3-4 sprigs each of mint and thyme. Cover and rest for 10 minutes, then remove the herbs and allow syrup to cool.

Nutrition

Serving: 8oz | Calories: 198kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Potassium: 32mg | Sugar: 28g