Now that it’s summer — and almost kinda hot — it’s time to think about refreshing lemonades and cool cocktails. “It’s also important for hosts to offer non-alcoholic options,” says author Natalie Bovis-Nelsen. “It’s nice to offer [guests] something in a beautiful glass, that’s colorful and festive, tastes great and ultimately makes them feel included in the fun.” Try this recipe.
WATERMELON COOLER
Serves: 1
Preparation time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
You can make your own lemonade ice cubes or use regular ice cubes.
Ingredients
6 leaves mint
1/2 ounce lemon juice
1 tsp. powdered sugar
Lemonade ice cubes
4 ounces freshly juiced watermelon
2 ounces lemon-lime soda
Watermelon wedge
Directions: In the bottom of a tall glass, muddle the mint, lemon juice and sugar. Fill with lemonade ice cubes, add watermelon juice and top with lemon-lime soda. Garnish with a watermelon wedge.
SOURCE: From “Preggatinis: Mixology for the Mom-To-Be” by Natalie Bovis-Nelsen ($16.95)
