Melon Slushes

Directions

1. 1
   Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a simmer in a medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Remove from the heat, add the tea bags and let steep 5 minutes.
3. 3
   Remove the tea bags (do not squeeze).
4. 4
   Let the tea cool to room temperature.
5. 5
   Meanwhile, bring 3 tablespoons water, the sugar and ginger to a simmer in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring, until the sugar dissolves, about 2 minutes.
6. 6
   Remove from the heat and let cool; discard the ginger.
7. 7
   Stir the ginger syrup into the tea.
8. 8
   Pour into ice cube trays and freeze until solid, 2 to 4 hours.
9. 9
   Freeze the chopped melon until solid, at least 2 hours.
10. 10
    Combine half each of the tea ice cubes, frozen melon, ginger ale, lemon juice and mint in a blender and puree until smooth.
11. 11
    Divide between 2 glasses.
12. 12
    Repeat to make 2 more drinks.
13. 13
    Photograph by Kang Kim