Emulsifier Free Honeydew Lime Cooler
Cool, refreshing, and built entirely from whole ingredients you can actually pronounce, this chilled melon drink is the kind of thing that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Ripe honeydew brings natural sweetness, while fresh lime juice and a touch of honey keep the flavor bright and balanced without leaning too sugary. A small amount of grated ginger adds just enough warmth to make the whole thing feel a little more interesting than your average fruit drink. Many store-bought beverages and flavored drinks sneak in emulsifiers to stabilize texture or extend shelf life, but here the straining step does all the work — you get a silky, clean liquid with nothing artificial holding it together. The sparkling water stirred in at the end gives it a gentle fizz that makes it feel almost cocktail-worthy. Garnished with a sprig of mint and a wedge of lime, it looks as good as it tastes and comes together in just a few minutes of blending.
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2 servings
- 3 cups honeydew melon, cubed and chilled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- 8 fresh mint leaves
- ¼ tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- 1 cup ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime wedges (optional)
- 2 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the honeydew melon, lime juice, honey, mint leaves, grated ginger, and ice cubes to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Pour the blended mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a large measuring cup or pitcher, pressing gently with a spoon to extract all the liquid. Discard the solids.
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