Strawberry Agua Fresca

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit

01 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved

→ Citrus

02 - 1/3 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (approximately 2–3 limes)

→ Sweetener

03 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)

→ Liquid

04 - 3 cups cold water, divided

→ Garnish

05 - Lime slices (optional)

06 - Fresh mint leaves (optional)

07 - Extra strawberries, sliced (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Hull and halve the strawberries; juice enough limes to yield about 1/3 cup of fresh lime juice. Measure the sugar and cold water.

02 - Place strawberries, lime juice, sugar and 1 cup of the cold water in a blender. Blend until completely smooth, 30–45 seconds as needed.

03 - Pour the purée through a fine-mesh strainer set over a large pitcher, using a spatula to press and extract as much liquid as possible; discard the solids.

04 - Add the remaining 2 cups cold water to the strained liquid, stir to combine, then taste and adjust sweetness or lime juice to preference.

05 - Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld, or serve immediately over ice if preferred.

06 - If desired, top individual servings with a splash of sparkling water for effervescence and garnish with lime slices, fresh mint or sliced strawberries.

# Expert Advice:

01 -

This agua fresca is like summer in a glass but can be made in under ten minutes, no fuss.
Every sip tastes like you’re sitting by the pool, even if it’s just your kitchen window and a sticky afternoon.

02 -

Never skip straining—unless you love a pulpy drink, seeds will surprise you every time.
Tasting as you go changes everything; strawberries can be wildly different each time, so trust your taste buds over exact measurements.

03 -

Blending in batches (if doubling) keeps things smooth and easier to strain.
Just a pinch of salt wakes up all the flavors—try it once and you’ll be hooked.

Strawberry Agua Fresca (Printable Version)