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I’ve only gotten my feet wet in canning, so this event is the perfect chance for me to watch, learn, and get inspired. You can come back to this post on Saturday and watch the event live from 11am-4pm EST. (The video will be visible at the bottom of this post during the live demonstrations.)
Even if you aren’t into canning, Ball brand has so many cool products and fun ways to use their jars. Check out these awesome lids and straws they sent me. Aren’t they cute? (Make sure to scroll to the bottom of this post for your chance to win some of these cool products!) The lids are made to fit on top of your Ball brand mason jars so you can drink your favorite beverages straight from the jar.
As for what kind of beverage, I highly suggest this Boozy Watermelon Slushy. Of course, you can leave the booze out and let the kids have some, but sometimes you just need an adult beverage, no?
This one has a few simple ingredients and is perfect for summer. If you don’t have or want to use coconut water, you can use a juice instead. I think orange juice or pineapple juice would be tasty. But my recommendation is coconut water, both for the taste and the health benefits. Coconut water is so hydrating, it has to counteract the dehydrating effects of the booze, right?
Boozy Watermelon Slushy and Can-It-Forward Day Giveaway
- Total Time: 5 minutes (not including freezing time)
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
Description
A refreshing and boozy slush that’s perfect for summer!
Ingredients
6 cups watermelon cubes, frozen
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2/3 cup light rum
1 cup coconut water
2 tablespoons agave nectar, or to taste
Instructions
To freeze your watermelon, place the cubes on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone liner and place in the freezer until frozen. **If you want to make these with fresh watermelon, omit the coconut water and add a cup of ice.**
Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 404
- Sugar: 32g
- Sodium: 66mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 2.5g
I also suggest you serve these slushies in a Ball mason jar with these great lids and straws.
This giveaway is now closed. The winner has been notified.
If you’d like a chance to win a case of Ball brand mason jars and the adorable lids and straws, all you have to do is leave a comment on this post and you will be entered to win! This sweepstakes is available to U.S. residents only. I will choose a winner randomly on Monday, August 3rd. Winner will be notified by email.
I have been wanting to can, but last summer we moved and this summer I have a newborn, a toddler, a puppy and a new work-from-home job, so it’s not going to happen. I do love Ball mason jars. I have one as part of the centerpiece on my dining room table. 🙂
These look yummy!
Love the jars. Will tryout your recipe it’s a “little heathier’ than mine.
What a cute lid. I do some canning but lately with all the fresh produce my canning jars are being used in the freezer.Glass is so much better than storing food in plastic.Also Ball canning jars are safe for freezing or refrigeration.
These are so cute — and sounds delicious. Thanks!
This looks perfect! Love the idea of coconut water and freezing the watermelon. I will plan ahead for happy hour Fri! Thanks for sharing… Cheers!
WOW… love watermelon anything!!! Would love to have the new purple jars to try this recipe out 🙂
You can make a version of this with wine; or a booze free with blueberries – in any case those jars are adorable!
These jars and straws are just what the doctor order for hot August Days. My granddaughter would love one…maybe even knit her a hubby for it too!!!
Oh my gosh, those slushies look SO delicious!
What a neat idea! Haven’t seen those lids and straws. Would love to try them out.
Sounds refreshing and the jars are fun too!
Looks Fabulous!
The jar tops and straws are adorable! Thanks for the giveaway!
Wow a Boozy Watermelon Slushy sounds like just the thing on the hot summer day! I love the Ball jars and the cute tops.
Thanks for a great summery recipe!
I love Ball jars! I didn’t know about these fun lids, though!
I stopped canning for a couple years due to being a busy momma & growing our family but wanting to get back to it this year. I need some canning jars to can all the delicious stuff growing in our garden! I’d love to win!
I would love those jars, they are so cute!
I’m a little intimidated to try canning. Those videos may help. 🙂 I would love to win those jars and make those yummy slushies!