Tequila Watermelon Aguas Frescas with Prosecco
Aguas Frescas are light non-alcholic beverages (alcohol can be added) made from fruits, flowers or seeds, blended with sugar and water. They are popular in Mexico and parts of the Southwest United States.
Equipment
- 1 Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 chilled seedless watermelon, - about 15 pounds, rind discarded and watermelon cubed (about 20 cups)
- 3/4 cup tequila blanco
- 6 limes, thinly sliced
- 3 spearmint sprigs, plus mint leaves for garnish
- 1/2 cup water
- ice
- 1 bottle chilled prosecco
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Transfer the simple syrup to a heatproof bowl and let cool.
- In a food processor or blender, puree the watermelon in batches until smooth. Strain the puree into a large bowl or pitcher. Stir in the simple syrup, tequila, lime slices, 3 sprigs spearmint and 1/2 cup water.
- To serve, pour the watermelon agua fresca into ice-filled glasses, leaving 1 inch at the top. Top off the drinks with Prosecco and garnish with mint leaves.