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Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
Flavoring Ingredients
Garnish
Method
Preparation
Juicing the Watermelon
Cut the fresh watermelon into chunks and blend until smooth. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to extract the juice, discarding the solids.
Mixing the Base
In a large pitcher, combine the sparkling water, vodka, and watermelon juice. Stir gently to mix the ingredients well.
Adding Flavor
Add the lime juice and simple syrup (if using) to the mixture. Stir again to incorporate all the flavors.
Serving
Garnishing
In each glass, add a few mint leaves and a watermelon wedge for garnish.
Pouring
Pour the watermelon seltzer mixture over ice in each glass, ensuring each serving gets a bit of the mint and watermelon garnish.
Enjoying
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing homemade Hard Seltzer!