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A recipe for a bright refreshing drink for a hot summer day! Dedicated to all tea lovers :)
This drink combines refreshing taste and sweetness of watermelon, tartness of green tea and notes of mint. Not only does it taste great, but it also looks great! So it's perfect for summer parties.
Be sure to tell us in the comments if you liked it or not!
Brew green tea leaves with a few mint leaves in hot water (85-95°C / 185-200°F). Let steep and cool.
Remove the seeds from the watermelon flesh. Freeze a small portion in advance and puree the rest in a blender.
Make a sugar syrup. In a saucepan, mix water and sugar in a 1 to 1 ratio (I used 3 teaspoons of water and sugar). Cook over low heat until the sugar is completely dissolved, then let the syrup cool. For extra flavor, you can add a few mint leaves to the syrup while it is cooking.
Begin to build the drink in a tall glass. Add the ice, chilled green tea, and sugar syrup. Using a bar spoon, spoon the watermelon puree over the top. Garnish with mint leaves and frozen watermelon (cut into small cubes).
Serve with a wide straw and a long spoon. Enjoy!
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