Frozen Watermelon Mojitos

Frozen Watermelon Mojitos

serves 2-4

2 cups frozen seedless watermelon

juice of 2 limes

10-15 mint leaves (depending on size)

1/2 cup light rum

4 Tbsp simple syrup or to taste (see recipe below)

1 1/2 - 2 cups ice

1.Cut a small seedless watermelon into chunks and place in the freezer. Allow a couple hours to freeze or at least get really frosty.

2. Simple syrup: In a small saucepan bring 1/2 cup of water to a boil. Add 1/2 cup of sugar and stir to combine and dissolve. Remove from heat and place in a bottle or other container and refrigerate until cooled. Can be stored for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.

3. In a blender combine all 6 ingredients until well blended and slushy. Should have the consistency of a daiquiri. Garnish with a wedge of watermelon, lime or mint sprig.

As a personal preference, I think that salt makes the flavor of the watermelon come out so I throw a pinch on the drinks.

The traditional mojito has club soda in it, so if you prefer a non-frozen mojito follow the above recipe, including the frozen watermelon, but leave out the ice. After blending pour into glasses filling only 3/4 full and then fill the rest with club soda.

Enjoy!!!

THANKS FOR THIS YUMMY RECIPE

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I NEEDED A NEW SUMMER DRINK!!