Let's Toast: Watermelon Cooler

WatermelonCooler
WatermelonCooler

 Well, it looks like it's finally warming up outside (we won't hold our breath, though), and this simple recipe for a Watermelon Cooler is perfect. It can easily be made non-alcoholic by omitting the vodka.To make this cocktail you will need: 3 pounds watermelon 2 tablespoons fresh mint 1 tablespoon sugar 1 1/4 cups ginger ale 1/4 cup vodka 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice fresh mint and lime wedges for garnish ice cubes Puree watermelon in a food processor or blender. Muddle mint with sugar in a large pitcher and fill with ice cubes. Stir in 2 cups puree, ginger ale, vodka, and lime juice. Garnish with fresh mint and lime wedges.