Honey and Basil Mojito

1. In a large pitcher, mix basil leaves and lime juice. Using the back of a wooden spoon, grate the ingredients well. Set aside.

2. place about a quarter of the melon cubes in a food processor or blender and blend.

3, Pass the puree through a fine-mesh sieve; discard the solids.

4, Repeat with the remaining melon cubes, one quarter at a time (you should have a total of 4 cups of juice).

5, Add the melon juice to the pitcher. Fill the glasses with ice. Pour the juice mixture into the glasses filled with ice. If desired, add a splash of sparkling water to each glass. If desired, add melon balls to each glass. Serve immediately.