Watermelon Vodka Sparkler

Name: Watermelon Vodka Sparkler
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 pound seedless watermelon cubes; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 tablespoon sugar; 8 ounces vodka; 18 ounces club soda; 6 toothpicks; 18 blueberries; 6 slices starfruit

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This fruit-based patriotic drink is an alternative to drinks with artificial colors and lots of sugar.

Serves: 6Prep: 10 minutesTotal: 10 minutesDifficulty: Easy

Serves: 6

Ingredients

1 pound seedless watermelon cubes
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon sugar
8 ounces vodka
18 ounces club soda
6 toothpicks
18 blueberries
6 slices starfruit

Directions

Step 1
Blend watermelon, lime juice and sugar in a blender until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve. Store refrigerated until ready to use.
Step 2
Thread 3 blueberries on each toothpick; top with a slice of star fruit. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Step 3
In a pitcher combine watermelon juice, vodka and club soda. Pour into serving glasses and garnish with fruit pick.
Step 4
Tip: To make one drink combine 2 ounces of watermelon juice, 1½ ounces of vodka and 3 ounces of club soda. Garnish with fruit pick. Watermelon juice can be stored refrigerated for up to 2 days.