Watermelon Agua Fresca

I made this last summer and LOVED it!  Try some!!!

Ingredients

8 cups cubed seeded watermelon, (about 6 pounds with the rind), divided

1 cup water, divided

1/3 cup sugar, divided
1/4 cup fresh lime juice

1 liter (4 cups) club soda, or seltzer water, well chilled

Lime slices, for garnish

 

Preparation

1.Combine half the watermelon, half the water and half the sugar in a blender; puree. Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container. Repeat with the remaining watermelon, water and sugar. Stir in lime juice. Refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.

2.To serve, stir in club soda (or seltzer) and garnish with lime.