Watermelon Blueberry Mojito
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There might be a better hot-weather beverage than the mojito, but you'd have a hard time getting two people to agree on it. Boasting an easy-drinking combination of lime, rum and fresh mint, a mojito is exceptionally refreshing.

It isn't a slam-dunk for the Fourth of July in its standard version, but this variation makes the drink party-ready. Adding watermelon and blueberries helps it mesh with the holiday's patriotic color scheme. Plus, watermelon is a July Fourth weekend staple in its own right.

1/2 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
2 pounds diced watermelon (give or take)
2 limes
1 bunch fresh mint
1 cup white rum
1 cup soda water
1 pkg. fresh blueberries

An hour or two before your party starts, boil the water and sugar together until the sugar is completely dissolved. You'll use this sugar syrup to sweeten the finished cocktail.

Next, puree the diced watermelon in a food processor or blender. Pour it through a fine strainer to remove the pulp, leaving the juice, and then refrigerate.

Separate 8 small sprigs or large leaves of mint and set them aside for garnish. Drop the rest into the bottom of a pitcher, along with half the sugar syrup and the juice of 2 limes. Mash the mixture vigorously with the butt of a wooden spoon, until the mint is thoroughly bruised.

Add 2 cups of the watermelon juice (reserve any extra for other uses), then the rum and soda water. Stir to mix, and then add the blueberries and plenty of ice. Garnish with the reserved mint leaves.

The recipe makes 8 refreshing portions.