Watermelon Citrus Cooler

Ingredients

• 2 cupsMusk melon, chilled chunks
• 2 cupsWatermelon, chilled chunks
• 1 cupPineapple juice
• 2–3 tspPowdered sugar
• 1/2 tspBlack pepper powder
• to topSoda water
• as neededCrushed ice
• a fewMint sprig (garnish)

Method

1. 1

   In a blender, combine musk melon, watermelon chunks, pineapple juice, sugar and pepper.

2. 2

   Blend smooth. Taste and add more sugar if needed.

3. 3

   Strain through a sieve if you want it perfectly smooth (skip if you like the pulp).

4. 4

   Fill glasses with crushed ice. Pour the melon mix over.

5. 5

   Top with chilled soda water. Garnish with a sprig of mint and a piece of watermelon on the rim.