This week's cocktail is a summer treat and true blending of cultures. Pick a ripe one and the balls will make it shine. #cocktails 🍸🍹

With a melon baller, pull some balls from your melon. Dip one side in the salt and fresh cracked pepper. I like a blend of black and white pepper. Kosher salt is best, though coarse pink Himalayan would be good too. 

Spritz a coupe glass with 20% saline and chill. In a mixing glass, add the ingredients sans garnish. Stir down the drink until chilled. If using regular lime juice, shake this one briefly. Garnish with salty balls.

If you don't like or have Tequila, white rum makes a good but different drink. I've found Puerto Rican rum (e.g., Bicardi) to be particularly good. If you do this, increase the lime to 1/2 oz for balance. 

#tequila #cantaloupe #pepper