Watermelon Punch

Directions

1. 1
   In a saucepan, bring sugar and water to a boil; cool.
2. 2
   Scoop watermelon with a melon baller; discard seeds.
3. 3
   Pour sugar syrup over watermelon balls.
4. 4
   Scoop remaining watermelon; squeeze in a clean cloth to extract juice.
5. 5
   Combine watermelon balls, watermelon juice, and brandy; chill.
6. 6
   Cut the upper edge of the watermelon shell in a saw-tooth design and use as a punch bowl.
7. 7
   Just before serving, add watermelon mixture, soda, and ice cubes to watermelon shell.
8. 8
   Sprinkle with nuts.