Daytona Honeydew Wave
Honeydew melon, cucumber, and lemon blend into a cool, lightly sweet beach drink. Vodka keeps the melon flavor clean; light rum adds a mild tropical note. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Food safety
Refrigerate cut melon promptly; discard melon left at room temperature for more than 2 hours.
Equipment
- Blender
- fine strainer
- knife
- cutting board
- pitcher
Ingredients (for 4 servings)
- 2 cups ripe honeydew melon cubes (300 g)
- ½ cup peeled cucumber pieces (75 g)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups cold water (480 ml)
- 2 cups ice (280 g)
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- optional
Directions
Rinse the melon and cucumber before cutting; remove rind and seeds from the melon.
Blend melon, cucumber, lemon juice, and cold water until smooth.
Strain if you prefer a thinner texture.
Taste and sweeten only if needed.
Serve immediately over ice.
Skill taught
Selecting ripe melon and blending it into a drink.
Affordable substitution
Use ripe cantaloupe in place of honeydew.
Optional variation
Add a few basil leaves to the blender. Adult pairing note: Vodka keeps the melon flavor clean; light rum adds a mild tropical note. Add 1 fl oz (30 ml) to an adult glass only.
Leftovers and storage
Refrigerate covered and use within 24 hours; stir before serving.