Cocktail Hour: Watermelon & Meyer Lemon Sangria

It's not a party without a signature cocktail, right? Even for the smallest gatherings, I always like to have a special creation. Last weekend, for the English Garden Style Luncheon, I concocted a  Watermelon & Meyer Lemon Sangria. This is not just any ordinary sangria, it has an unexpected array of spectacular flavors  - watermelon, meyer lemon, vanilla, lime and mint, which all come together making it a refreshingly light cocktail that tastes delish!  Keep reading for the recipe!

And what's a signature cocktail without a pretty bar set-up?  I continued the garden theme over to the bar and highlighted the pink drink with peonies. 

Watermelon & Meyer Lemon Sangria

Ingredients: 

• 1 bottle rosé wine 
• 6 ounces Crop Organic Meyer Lemon Vodka 
• 1-2 ounces agave syrup 
• 1/2 watermelon, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 lemon, sliced 
• 1/2 lime, sliced  
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 
• 1 bunch mint leaves
• 1 bottle of prosecco 
• Ice 

Directions: 

1. Add rosé wine, vodka, agave syrup, watermelon, lemon, lime, vanilla extract, and mint into large pitcher. 
2. Place in refrigerator and let chill for at least 2 hours. 
3. Before serving add about a half of pitcher of ice. 
4. Pour over small amount of fresh ice in glasses (optional) and top each with about 1/2 ounce prosecco. 
5. Garnish with mint. 
6. Enjoy! 

Makes: 6-8 servings