1. Add 1 cup water to the chopped fruit.

2. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes.

3. Add sugar after removing from fire.

4. Cool to room temperature.

5. Blend in a mixie till smooth.

6. Strain pulp through a colander.

7. Add essence, colour, ice, salt and pepper.

8. Beat with an electric beater till frothy.

9. Serve in glasses.

Making time: 15 minutes (excluding cooling time)
Makes: 4 glasses

Note: Soft fruit like papaya, mango, watermelon, orange, need not be boiled. Add these at time of blending.