Cantaloupe Martinis

By Jenny Johnson

Thank You Mister Columbus [Cantaloupe Martinis]

Photographed by Phil DeFalco

Rumor has it that cantaloupes were introduced to North America in 1494 by the one and only Christopher Columbus. So, we have Mister Columbus to thank for this scrumptious cocktail. It’s the absolute perfect beverage for your next sailing adventure. It’s my reconstruction of the traditional Mexican drink known as, “Agua Fresca del Melon”. Its coastal chic and refreshing. So the next time you’re entertaining guests from the Midwest on your boat, introduce them to this Southern Cali specialty. They’ll go home thinking they’ve discovered the new world.

Photographed by Phil DeFalco

Cantaloupe Martinis Recipe

1 cantaloupe peeled, de-seeded, and chopped
1 cup of warm water
1/4 cup of sugar (white or brown)
Juice from 1 lime
1/2 cup of Vodka

In a small bowl, combine warm water and sugar and stir. Add everything to a blender until well combined. Shake with ice and pour into approximately 7 Martini glasses.

Photographed by Phil DeFalco

By Jenny Johnson

I’m Jenny and I currently reside in San Diego, California, in the hood known as Golden Hill. I’m originally from Southern Ohio, so my culinary style is Midwest by stock and Southern Cali by flavor. I’m a freelance food writer and also author a dessert blog/website that guarantees to take readers on a crazy, wild ride of classic desserts with a twisted, modern edge made much easier. I may teeter between PG13 and Rated R, but I will always leave room for the imagination. Stop by and say “Hi” at www.VintageSugarcube.com

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