½-inchpiece of fresh ginger,peeled and thinly sliced
1sprigfresh mint
1cuphulled strawberries,plus more for garnish
1cupseedless watermelon cubes
½fresh lime,juiced (optional)
ice and chilled sparkling water,for serving
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the water with the sugar. Simmer over moderate heat until the sugar has dissolved, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat. Add the ginger and mint, and let stand for 10-15 minutes.
Strain the syrup into a blender. Add the watermelon and strawberries and puree until smooth. Fill glasses with ice. Pour the agua fresca into the glasses and top off with ginger beer, or sparkling water. Garnish with mint sprigs and fresh strawberries. Enjoy!
Notes
*** sugar in simple syrup can be replaced with agave or honey.