Agua Fresca: Two Ways

Summer time has us in the mood for refreshing beverages. We love a good cocktail but there are plenty of delicious non-alcoholic drinks to be made as well! Currently we are loving Agua Frescas, which are a lighter version of fresh fruit juice. Here are two simple recipes for making your own Agua Fresca.Watermelon and Mint Agua Fresca, makes 6-8 servings.

Needed: 8 cups seedless watermelon cubes, 2 cups water, 5 tablespoons honey or sugar, 1/4 cup lemon juice (plus a few slices for garnish) and mint sprigs.

In a blender combine the watermelon, water, sweetener of choice and lemon juice. Liquefy! You can strain this through a fine mesh sieve or leave the pulp in. Add mint sprigs and garnish with lemon slices.Cantaloupe and Thyme Agua Fresca, makes 6-8 servings.

Needed: 8 cups cantaloupe cubes, 2 cups water, 5 tablespoons honey or sugar, 1/4 cup lime juice (plus a few slices for garnish) and thyme sprigs.

In a blender combine the cantaloupe, water, sweetener of choice and lime juice. Liquefy! You can strain this through a fine mesh sieve or leave the pulp in. Add thyme sprigs and garnish with lime slices.Enjoy these over ice! And, if you're feeling it, add a splash or two of vodka or rum. xo. Emma

Comments

[Natasha]

Yummy, these look so good.
Maybe I'll make them this weekend for the big EuroCup games! :)

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[Ester]

oh I had no idea what this was when I saw the blog title but I found it funny because "Água Fresca" means 'Fresh Water' in my language (portuguese)! it looks super yummy, thanks for sharing! :)

[tinajo]

Looks very refreshing and summery! :-)

[Joana Martins]

Its strange, because Agua fresca means fresh water, but it looks delicious anyway!

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[Jessica]

Just heading out to by a watermelon now, perfect drink for the +40 days we've been having.

[Miss K]

So cutely presented!

[Giulia]

They look so refreshing and tasty...I have to try! never heard about them in Italy!
xoxo

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[Kirstydesigns]

I love melon in the summer, so these sound perfect - probably would be tempted to add a splash of rum! Unfortunately UK isn't hot yet...also wonder if these recipes could work as ice lollies!?

[Tor]

I have to admit, I've never even heard of agua fresca, but these both look so good! I'm a lemming for anything watermelon and I have a couple in the fridge, so it looks like that one's first (along with mint leaves from my windowsill!). <3

[Alyssa]

Both look and sound delicious!

[Renata]

Love those! Delicious!
Renata
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[Casandra]

So cute! I'm mexican and this is a very trad2itional way to beat the heat here in Mexico.
The "agua fresca" can be made out of almost any juicy fruit: watermelon, lime, lemon, guava, strawberries, cantaloupe, pineapple, orange... you can try even Jamaica flowers (that happens to be known like "hibiscus"... never thought of it's name in other places!!: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_tea), the recipe is very simple: just boil a bunch of jamaica flowers, then when the water gets all dyed (and flavored of course) mix this concentrate with more cool water, add sugar to taste, let it cool and/or add ice cubes.
This agua fresca is one of my favorites!!

[Casandra]

sorry, the link didn't work ^^U here it is:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hibiscus_tea

[Laura]

These look easy and delicious at the same time. Definitely something I will be doing during these summer months to refresh !

[Gina]

this is so amazing. I love your blog. I will definitely be needing some of these for the summer!

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[chrissy]

watermelon agua fresca is always present at my job during the summer - the chefs (all mexican) make it nearly every day!

[Courtney]

Totally digging Agua Fresca right now too, and that peachy one looks divine. I'm such a sucker for peach!

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[Stefania Avalos]

Agua fresca is what we drink every day in México!!! You can make it of any fruit!!! I love lime, lemon, strawberry, orange, tangerine, grapefruit...!!! And the best is jamaica!! It's a flower! The 3 more traditional are jamaica, tamarindo (a mexican fruit) and horchata (the rice beverage). They are so delish!!!
Love the mint and thyme thing, Emma!! :)

[Allison]

I love blended watermelon! Sometimes I blend coconut milk in as well. So refreshing!
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[Votre Amie]

These look divine and so fun to prepare for a party or bbq!
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