Basil and Watermelon Slushie
beverages cocktails

Basil and Watermelon Slushie

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Combine two favorite summer flavors – basil and watermelon – to create a refreshing cocktail perfect for summertime entertaining.
  • 10m

    prep time

  • 8

    Ingredients

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Ingredients

4

(1 cup)

Servings

  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 teaspoons McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Basil
  • 2 cups chopped seeded watermelon
  • 4 ounces vodka
  • 1 ounce melon liqueur
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 3 cups ice cubes

Key Products

McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Basil
McCormick Gourmet™ Organic Basil

Instructions

  • Bring sugar and water to boil in small saucepan. Stir in basil. Remove from heat. Let stand 10 minutes.

  • Place watermelon, basil syrup, vodka, liqueur and lemon juice in blender container; cover. Blend on high speed until smooth. Add ice; blend until slushy. Pour into beverage glasses. Serve immediately.

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