Watermelon Lemonade

Directions

1. 1
   Squeeze lemons into a large pitcher; add squeezed lemon quarters.
2. 2
   Add mint and sugar; mash with a wooden spoon until mint is bruised and sugar is dissolved.
3. 3
   In a blender, puree watermelon in batches until smooth; pour through a fine-mesh sieve into pitcher (you should have about 8 cups of juice).
4. 4
   Stir to combine.
5. 5
   (Refrigerate, covered, up to 3 days.)
6. 6
   Add vodka, if using; serve over ice.
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