Summer heat is in full force and we’re ready to jump in the pool to cool off. We’ve invited our SHUGA friends over for great cocktails and for some fun in the sun.

This Watermelon Mojito is not only refreshing but amazingly delicious! Show off your bartending skills by serving it in a nice highball glass and top it off with a mint sprig and lemon wheel.

But first! Make sure you “smack” the mint before garnishing the cocktail, it releases the lovely minty aroma that will amplify our cocktail.

Have fun and enjoy! Cheers!!

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Ingredients:

2 cups of chopped watermelon

10-15 mint leaves, plus more for garnish

4 ounces white rum

2 tablespoons Hey SHUGA!

2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeeze

Instructions:

1. Blend watermelon in the blender until pureed. Strain to remove some of the pulp (optional).

2. Measure out 2 cups of the strained watermelon juice.

3. Place fresh mint in the bottom of a large pitcher. Add a little bit of the watermelon juice and muddle to release the flavors of the mint.

4. Add remaining watermelon juice, fresh lime juice, Hey SHUGA! and rum. Fill the entire pitcher with ice. Top with soda. Adjust sweetness by adding Hey SHUGA! if desire.

5. Serve in highball glass and garnish with mint and lemon wheels.