Cantaloupe-Mint Agua Fresca

Cantaloupe and mint are two of the most refreshing flavors of the season. We combine them, along with a generous amount of lemon juice and tequila, in this recipe to create a cool, invigorating summer drink.

Ingredients 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1 1/2 cups water, separated 10 mint sprigs, separated 6 cups chopped cantaloupe (from 1 <3-lb.> melon) 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon) 2 cups cold water 1 1/4 cups tequila   DirectionsStep 1 Combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 cup water, and 5 mint sprigs in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat, and cool completely (about 30 minutes). Discard mint sprigs.   Step 2 Process 6 cups chopped cantaloupe and 1/2 cup water in a blender until smooth, about 1 minute, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Pour mixture through a ×ne wire-mesh strainer into a pitcher, discarding solids. Stir in mint syrup, 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 2 cups cold water, 1 1/4 cups tequila, and 5 mint sprigs. Chill until very cold, about 4 hours.   Step 3 Serve over ice, and garnish with mint sprigs and cantaloupe. Recipe from: https://www.southernliving.com/recipes/cantaloupe-mint-agua-fresca-recipe