Boston’s Oak Long Bar + Kitchen developed this rosy-hued Sangria with summer BBQs and patio lounging in mind. The recipe combines two warm weather staples: sweet, juicy watermelon and rosé—it might be the best method ever devised to drink pink.
The Essentials
Rosé
Liqueur
Watermelon
Ingredients
2
750-ml bottles
Rosé (preferably Pinot Noir)
1.5
cups
Marie Brizard Watermelon Liqueur
2
cups
Fresh Lemon Juice
2
cups
Simple Syrup
3
Lemons, Sliced
2
cups
Fresh Watermelon, Chopped
Watermelon Slices (for garnish)
Method
- Combine all ingredients except watermelon slices in a large container and stir. Cover and let stand overnight.
- Strain into a large pitcher or punch bowl, and add ice.
- Serve in glasses garnished with watermelon slices.
Ingredients
1
Cup
White sugar
1
Cup
Water
Method
- Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer and stir until sugar dissolves, then immediately take the saucepan off the heat.
- Let cool, then pour into a container (a Mason jar works nicely) and store in the refrigerator for up to one month.