Seedless watermelon and a small wedge for garnish makes a festive Fourth of July cooler.

INGREDIENTS:

• 20 mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons superfine sugar
• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice
• Crushed ice
• 3/4 cup light rum
• 6 ounces seedless watermelon, pureed

PREPERATION:

1. In the bottom of a large shaker, muddle the mint, sugar and 1/4 cup of the lime juice.
2. Fill the shaker with ice. Add the rum, watermelon and the remaining 1/4 cup of lime juice; shake well.
3. Strain into old-fashioned glasses

BARTENDER TIPS:

*Seedless watermelon.

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