Shochu Watermelon Lemonade



Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours

Yields: 8 cups

Description
Experience the sweet and tart taste of watermelon lemonade. The shochu adds a slightly nutty flavor to the mixture, thus creating a beverage like no other. (Note: this can also be made without shochu if you prefer a non-alcoholic version).

Ingredients

 * 4 cups peeled, seeded, and cubed watermelon
 * 3/4 cup fresh lemon juice
 * 3/4 cup granulated sugar
 * 1 cup shochu, chilled; more to taste
 * lemon slices, cut thin for garnish
 * watermelon slices, cut thin for garnish
 * 4 cups of water

Directions
1. Purèe the watermelon in a blender or food processor until smooth.

2. Strain the purèe in a fine sieve. The watermelon should yield about 2 cups of watermelon juice.

3. In a large bowl or pitcher, mix watermelon juice, lemon juice, sugar, shochu, and 4 cups of water until the sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate mixture for at least 2 hours.

4. When ready to serve, add more shochu to taste (optional).

5. Serve over ice. Garnish with a slice of lemon and/or wedge of watermelon. Have fun Drinking :P