Weekend Cocktail Time: Juicy Watermelon Eclipse

Yum! Watermelon is so sweet and ripe right now, this is the perfect drink to set your weekend in motion. We always have watermelon left over after a BBQ and this is a great new way to use it! You can sub another rum but the Mount Gay Eclipse Rum is worth a trip to the store if you don't have it. Since the fresh watermelon is the star of the show; use a big wedge or slice for garnish to make the presentation extra special.

Watermelon Eclipse

1 ½ ounces Mount Gay Eclipse Gold Rum

Splash Grand Marnier

3-4 chunks fresh watermelon

1 ounce fresh lime juice

1 ounce fresh lemon juice

½ ounce simple syrup (recipe below)

Splash orange juice

In a cocktail shaker, muddle the watermelon well, making sure there are no seeds. Add the remaining ingredients and ice. Shake well and strain into chilled martini glasses.

Simple syrup: Bring equal parts water and sugar to a boil, allowing sugar to dissolve. Cool completely before adding to drinks.