Ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, cored, coarsely chopped
- 16 cups Spiked Watermelon, recipe follows
- 5 cups Citrus-Ginger Infusion, recipe follows
- 30 cups ice
- Citrus-Flavored Vodka, as desired
- Fresh mint sprigs, garnish
- Straws, garnish
Directions
Place the pineapple in a plastic container in the freezer until completely frozen, at least 3 hours. In a blender, combine 1 1/2 cups spiked watermelon, 6 tablespoons frozen pineapple, and 1/2 cup Citrus-Ginger Infusion. (Amount of infusion may be increased or decreased according to individual taste.) Blend on high speed until well combined. Add enough ice to fill the blender, 3 cups, and additional vodka, as desired, and blend until smooth. Pour into tall chilled glasses or a pitcher. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, to make about 10 blenderfuls. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve with a long straw.
Spiked Watermelon:
- 1 (10-pound) seedless yellow watermelon
- 3 cups citrus-flavored vodka
Cut a hole in the top of the watermelon, wide and deep enough to insert a funnel. Pour in as much vodka through the funnel as can be absorbed (1/2 to 1 cup). Remove the funnel and replace the watermelon plug. Let sit for 4 hours.
Again, pour in as much vodka as can be absorbed. Repeat the process until all the vodka has been absorbed. (The watermelon flesh gradually will absorb all the vodka.) Refrigerate until well chilled. When ready to make the daiquiris, cut the watermelon in half and scoop out the flesh.
Citrus-Ginger Infusion:
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 5 cups granulated sugar
- 2 cups chopped lemon grass
- 1/2 cup julienned fresh ginger
- 4 lemons, zested and juiced
Combine the water, sugar, lemon grass, ginger, and lemon juice and zest in large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and let cool.
Strain through a fine mesh sieve into a clean container and reserve for the daiquiris. (Infusion will keep for 2 weeks, refrigerated and also may be used to flavor dressings or drizzle over fresh fruit.)











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By MeltingMoments
Johannesburg, RSA
on November 06, 2011
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The citrus works really well and it is not only refreshing, but its an anytime drink that gets the party started!
By chelhitch
Virginia Beach, VA
on August 09, 2011
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I made this amazing adult beverage several years ago for a neighborhood party. It went so fast, we were back at the store for more of everything in about an hour. Easy to make, DELICIOUS and so refreshing. I have recently pulled this old favorite back out and am going to wow friends with it this weekend! No need to "infuse" the watermelon, just add chunks and vodka separately to the blender - much easier and tastes EXACTLY the same.
By thewinemaker_761571
Wittenberg, WI
on August 04, 2004
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I made this drink for a gathering and found it easy to prepare and fun to make. My guests all loved it. I found that I could freeze it a day ahead of time without it losing its flavor.
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