Drunken Watermelon

Directions

1. 1
   Combine first 4 ingredients in a medium bowl and allow to stand for 1 hour.
2. 2
   Pierce melon flesh several time, making sure you don't puncture the outer rind.
3. 3
   Strain vodka mixture into a jug and gradually pour half of it over the melon flesh.
4. 4
   Enclose melon halves with plastic wrap and freeze overnight.
5. 5
   Remove melon from freezer and allow it to stand at room temperature for 1 hour.
6. 6
   Remove rind and chop melon coarsely.
7. 7
   Blend or process melon flesh with remaining vodka mixture, in batches.
8. 8
   Pour into punch bowl and stir in lemonade.