If you’re making one, "part" equals tablespoon. If you’re making a pitcher, "part" equals ½ cup.

Using a food processor or blender, pack it full of pieces of watermelon; rind removed. Blend until very smooth (using either my vitamix, or my food processor I don’t even have to strain it when I’m finished). Pour into a glass jar or pitcher with a lid. Set in the fridge to chill.

To make the simple syrup: pour 2 cups of sugar and 2 cups of water into a small sauce pan. Add a generous pinch of saffron. Bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and let cool. Pour into a sealable glass container and chill in the refrigerator.

When you’re ready to make the cocktails, add watermelon juice, saffron simple syrup, gin, sherry, and lemon juice into a glass or pitcher, depending on whether you’re making one or one pitcher. Mix well.

When you’re ready to serve, pour over ice and top with the soda water. Give it a little stir. Garnish with the lime wheel. I even added some of the saffron on top of the lime wheel for this one.

And this is a great mocktail. Just nix the gin and sherry and add more soda to taste.