Ingredients Fruits Tequila-Watermelon Aguas Frescas with Prosecco 5.0 (1) 1 Review In this refreshing cocktail, Prosecco adds a lively spritz to a light, watermelon-forward margarita. If you happen to have a juicer on hand, you can certainly use it here. Slideshow: More Watermelon Drinks By Eli Sussman and Max Sussman Updated on June 1, 2016 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Summer definitely calls for something fresh, bright and fizzy. These agua frescas will be your barbecue or summer dinner party go-to this season. In this refreshing cocktail, Prosecco adds a lively spritz to a light, watermelon-forward margarita. If you happen to have a juicer on hand, you can certainly use it here. Photo: ADRIAN GAUT Total Time: 30 mins Yield: 12 drinks Ingredients 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup sugar 1 chilled seedless watermelon (15 pounds), rind discarded and watermelon cubed (20 cups) 3/4 cup tequila blanco 6 limes, thinly sliced 3 mint sprigs, plus mint leaves for garnish Ice 1 bottle chilled Prosecco Directions In a small saucepan, combine the water and sugar and bring just to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Transfer the simple syrup to a heatproof bowl and let cool. In a food processor or blender, puree the watermelon in batches until smooth. Strain the puree into a large bowl or pitcher. Stir in the simple syrup, tequila, lime slices, 3 mint sprigs and 1/2 cup of water. To serve, pour the watermelon agua fresca into ice-filled glasses, leaving 1 inch at the top. Top off the drinks with Prosecco and garnish with mint leaves. Make Ahead The strained watermelon juice can be refrigerated overnight. Rate it Print