Blendid
Velvety and refreshing, a fruit smoothie cools down any hot late-summer day. Make this one with or without the rum so the whole family can enjoy, regardless of age or drinking habits.
— Mike Augustyniak
DIFFICULTY: EASY
TIME: 5 MIN
GLASSWARE: COLLINS
RECIPE:
1/8 Normal-Sized Cantaloupe(Rind Removed)
3 Basil Leaves
1 oz Simple Syrup *
½ oz Fresh Lime Juice
1 Scoop of Ice
INSTRUCTIONS:
Combine all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. Serve in a tall glass (like a Collins) and garnish with additional basil leaves.
SIMPLE SYRUP:
1 cup white sugar
1 cup water
Heat over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is completely dissolved. Remove from heat, then cool. Use right away or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Weekly Good Acre CSA cocktail recipes brought to you by Far North Spirits and the bartenders of Meteor: “Old Ass Bar, Good Ass Drinks.”