Refreshing Melon Sorbet Float Recipes

Steps:

• Place the melon in the bowl of a food processor and process until smooth. Add the lemon juice, vodka, and sugar and process for another 30 seconds. Place the mixture into the refrigerator until the mixture reaches 40 degrees F; depending on the temperature of your ingredients and refrigerator, this could take 30 minutes to 1 hour.
• Pour the chilled mixture into the bowl of an ice cream maker and process according to manufacturer's directions. Transfer the sorbet to an airtight container and place in the freezer for 3 to 4 hours before serving.

Steps:

• Combine the water and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
• In a blender, purée the melon with the sugar solution and remaining ingredients until smooth. Chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours or overnight.
• Chill a container in the freezer. Blend the mixture for 30 seconds with an immersion blender, then freeze in an ice cream maker following the manufacturer's instructions. Transfer to the chilled container and place in the freezer for 2 hours to pack. Allow to soften in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes before serving.

Steps:

• Use a melon baller to scoop small balls of honeydew and cantaloupe.
• Freeze on a parchment-lined baking sheet until firm, at least 4 hours. (You can transfer them to a resealable plastic bag and freeze up to 1 month.)
• When ready to serve, place several melon balls in a tall glass with 1 or 2 scoops lemon or coconut sorbet (or one of each).
• Rub a few mint leaves between your fingers and drop in. Top with seltzer or club soda; serve immediately.