Add 1 cup water to the chopped fruit. Bring to a boil and simmer for 2 minutes. Add sugar after removing from fire. Cool to room temperature. Blend in a mixie till smooth. Strain pulp through a colander. Add essence, colour, ice, salt and pepper. Beat with an electric beater till frothy. 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.