Watermelon Martini

With this recipe, it requires Simple Syrup. This is thick, viscous liquid consisting primarily of a solution of sugar in water. It is a commonly used ingredient in many cocktails and many other drink recipes. Simple Syrup can be bought from a local grocery or easily made on your own. A quick recipe can be 1 cup white sugar added to 1 cup water and in a medium saucepan combine both and bring to a boil. Keep stirring, until the sugar is dissolved and allow to cool.

(Serves 2)

Ingredients
1 cup watermelon juice (press watermelon through a cheesecloth or a sieve)
1/4 cup simple syrup
(4 oz) 1/2 cup vodka
1 oz fresh lime juice
ice


Garnish (Optional)
Watermelon slices
3 tablespoons salt
3 tablespoons white sugar


Method
1. Chill two Martini glasses in the refrigerator or freezer for 15 minutes so that the glass becomes frosted.

2. Combine the sugar and salt together on a plate and when you remove the Martini glasses from the refrigerator, dampen the rim of the glass with a lime wedge and dip it in the sugar/salt mixture.

3. Combine the watermelon juice, simple syrup, vodka and lime juice, along with ice in a shaker and vigorously shake 8-10 times.
4. Next, strain and pour the mixture into the garnished glass and complete the look with a watermelon wedge.