Watermelon Margaritas (makes 1 pitcher)

• 2/3 cup simple syrup
• 8 cups watermelon chunks
• 1 1/2 cups tequila
• 1 cup cointreau
• 1 cup fresh lime juice
• ice cubes
• lime wedges for garnish, if desired

-Process the watermelon in a food processor or blender until juiced. Strain (to remove

pulp) into a pitcher. You should have at least 4 cups of juice.

-Add ice into the pitcher, just enough to keep it chilled!

-Stir in simple syrup, tequila, cointreau and lime juice until chilled.

-Pour into glasses and garnish glasses with lime wedges.