Watermelon Liquado (Watermelon Cooler)

Cool and refreshing, this fruity thirst-quencher makes a great drink to complement Mexican-style meals.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Yields: 1 quart

Ingredients

• 1  watermelon
• 1  quart  chilled water
• 2  limes, juice
•  honey, to taste
•  ice cube, to serve

Directions

1. Peel the watermelon, cut the flesh into chunks and discard any seeds.
2. Tip the chunks into a large bowl - pour over the chilled water and leave to stand for 10 minutes.
3. Spoon the mixture into a large sieve set over a bowl. Using a wooden spoon, gently push the fruit through the sieve to extract all the liquid.
4. Stir in the lime juice and sweeten with honey to taste.
5. Pour into a jug, add a generous handful of ice cubes and stir to mix. Serve in tumblers.