Agua de Melón (Cantalope)

• Half a cantalope—remove the seeds but keep the pulp
• 1 Tbs sugar
• 2 handfuls of ice cubes
• The juice of 1 lime
• Pinch of salt
• Enough water to purée

Blend until smooth. If desired, dilute with water or club soda and/or add liquor such as vodka or tequila.

Agua de Cucumber (Pepino)

• 3½ cucumbers, peeled
• 3 Tbs sugar
• 4 handfuls of ice cubes
• The juice of 1 lime
• Pinch of salt
• Enough water to purée

Blend until smooth. If desired, dilute with water or club soda and/or add liquor such as vodka or tequila.