Cocktail Recipes

Watermelon Cooler

6 cups seeded watermelon, cut in 1-inch cubes
1 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves
1 cup boiling water
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup skim milk
Watermelon balls on skewers, or watermelon wedges, tips dipped in finely minced mint (for garnish)

Instructions

Prepare watermelon and spread on cookie sheet. Place in freezer till frozen, 1-2 hours. Meanwhile, place mint leaves in a bowl and pour boiling water over them. Cover and let steep 10 minutes. Drain mint leaves and place reserved liquid in refrigerator to chill. Discard leaves.
Place frozen watermelon cubes in blender with cool mint liquid, cinnamon, and milk. Blend on highest speed till smooth, about 15 seconds. Serve cocktail in tall glasses garnished with skewered watermelon balls or wedges.