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Drunken Watermelon

A refreshing summer dessert combining watermelon with your favorite alcohol for a fun twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 large watermelon
  • 1 to 2 cups of your favorite alcohol vodka or rum works best
  • 1 cup of fruit juice like pineapple or orange juice
  • Fresh mint leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Large watermelon
  • Knife
  • Spoon or melon baller
  • Measuring cup
  • Plastic wrap
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Slice the watermelon in half lengthwise.
  2. Use a spoon or melon baller to remove the flesh from the watermelon.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix your chosen alcohol with the fruit juice.
  4. Carefully pour the alcohol mixture into each half of the watermelon.
  5. Mix the reserved watermelon flesh back into the watermelon halves.
  6. Cover the watermelon halves with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
  7. Once chilled, slice the watermelon into wedges.
  8. Top with fresh mint leaves before serving.

Notes

Serve as a refreshing treat at summer parties or gatherings.