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Overhead view of three colorful agua fresca drinks on a white kitchen counter. Homemade and fruit-filled, perfect for summer refreshment.

Agua Fresca Recipe

This easy agua fresca recipe blends fresh fruit, water, and lime for a light, naturally sweet Mexican drink. Perfect for summer, parties, or everyday refreshment.
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Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Beverage, Drinks, Summer Recipe
Cuisine: Latin American, Mexican
Calories: 65
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups Fresh fruit Watermelon, strawberry, pineapple, cantaloupe, or mango
  • 3 cups Water Filtered for best flavor
  • Sugar To taste, or use simple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon Lime juice Optional, for added brightness
  • 1 cup Ice For serving
  • Mint leaves Optional garnish

Equipment

  • 1 Blender Regular or high-speed
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer For removing pulp
  • 1 Pitcher For chilling and serving
  • 1 Sharp knife For cutting fruit
  • 1 Cutting board Used during prep
  • 1 set Measuring cups For fruit and water

Method
 

  1. Wash and cut fruit into chunks
  2. Remove seeds, rinds, or tough parts
  3. Add fruit chunks and half the water to blender
  4. Blend until smooth, taste for sweetness
  5. Pour through mesh strainer into pitcher
  6. Add remaining water and lime juice, stir in sugar if needed
  7. Chill in refrigerator for 1 hour
  8. Serve over ice with optional mint or fruit garnish

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated using automated tools and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For the most accurate results, please calculate using your specific ingredients.