Watermelon Liqueur
Ingredients
- 4-5 lbs watermelon -> 1 qt pureed watermelon
- 1 C water
- 1 C sugar
- 1 qt vodka
- 1 lemon juiced
Instructions
Make simple syrup
- Bring water to boil
- Add sugar
- Stir to dissolve
- Set aside to cool completely
Make Liqueur
- Combine syrup, puree, lemon juice in a large bottle or jar
- Cover and set aside for 5-7 days, stirring daily. After the 5th day, check for flavor
- When done, strain through a fine-mesh strainer and discard the solids
- Keeps for up to 1 year.
Notes
Serving suggestions:
Serve chilled over ice
Serve chilled with a splash of seltzer
Get creative with a martini shaker! Adapted from Put 'em Up
Serve chilled over ice
Serve chilled with a splash of seltzer
Get creative with a martini shaker! Adapted from Put 'em Up