Spiced watermelon & mint mocktails

• 1 small seedless watermelon, cubed
• 1 bunch fresh mint leaves
• 2 limes, juiced
• 30 ml agave syrup or honey
• 5 ml chili-salt (for rimming)
• Club soda or sparkling water
• Ice cubes

1. Rim the glasses: Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glasses and dip them into a small plate of chili-salt.
2. Prepare the base: In a blender, puree the watermelon cubes until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove pulp if a clearer consistency is desired.
3. Muddle: In each glass, add 5-6 mint leaves and a splash of lime juice. Lightly muddle to release the oils without shredding the leaves.
4. Mix: Pour the watermelon juice and agave syrup into the glasses. Stir well.
5. Assemble: Fill the glasses with ice. Top with club soda.
6. Garnish: Add a sprig of fresh mint and a small wedge of watermelon to the side of the glass.

Serve immediately on a sunny patio. These refreshing drinks pair perfectly with light appetizers like ceviche or spicy fish tacos.