Melon Coolers

Directions

1. 1.

   Purée cantaloupe in batches with water in a blender. Transfer to a colander lined with a kitchen towel (not terry cloth) or fine cheesecloth set over a deep bowl and let drain 1 hour. Gather ends of towel and very gently squeeze any remaining juice from melon, then discard solids.

2. 2.

   Stir in lime juice, sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt and chill 1 hour.

3. 3.

   Divide among 8 (10-ounces) glasses and top off with club soda.