📖 Instructions

1. Prep the Watermelon: Begin by cutting the watermelon into chunks, discarding the rind. You'll need about 4 cups of watermelon chunks. Make sure to remove as many seeds as possible, otherwise you'll get a bitter taste.
2. Juice the Lemons: Juice the lemons until you have 1 cup of fresh lemon juice. If you dont have enough, just juice another one! Remove any seeds from the juice to avoid a bitter taste.
3. Make Thyme Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup of water and 1 cup of granulated sugar. Add 4 sprigs of fresh thyme. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved. Let it simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the thyme flavor. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Once cooled, remove the thyme sprigs.
4. Blend the Watermelon: In a blender, combine the watermelon chunks and lemon juice. Blend until smooth. This may take a minute or two, depending on your blender.
5. Strain the Mixture: Pour the watermelon mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a pitcher. This will remove any remaining seeds or pulp, resulting in a smoother lemonade.
6. Add Thyme Syrup: Add the cooled thyme syrup to the pitcher with the watermelon juice. Stir well to combine. Taste and adjust sweetness as needed, adding more syrup if desired.
7. Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the lemonade for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled over ice. Garnish with a sprig of fresh thyme and a slice of watermelon or lemon, if desired. This adds a nice touch!