MELON COOLERS
Mexican aguas frescas, or "fresh waters," made from all kinds of fresh fruit, flowers, or herbs, are a great way to beat the heat. This cantaloupe version gets additional vim from a splash of club soda.
Provided by Ruth Cousineau
Categories Non-Alcoholic Blender Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Backyard BBQ Cantaloupe Healthy Lime Juice Gourmet Drink Small Plates
Yield Makes 8 drinks
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Purée cantaloupe in batches with water in a blender. Transfer to a colander lined with a kitchen towel (not terry cloth) or fine cheesecloth set over a deep bowl and let drain 1 hour. Gather ends of towel and very gently squeeze any remaining juice from melon, then discard solids.
- Stir in lime juice, sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt and chill 1 hour.
- Divide among 8 (10-ounces) glasses and top off with club soda.
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