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

• 2 oz Far North Spirits Ålander Rum

• 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.”