Jul 09 2026
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Aguas Frescas (ask Flavors) Recipe

Inspired by Rocio's Mexican Kitchen
Time1h
Serves6

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Ingredients

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Aguas Frescas Base

Flavor Option: Jamaica (Hibiscus)

Flavor Option: Tamarind

Flavor Option: Mango

Flavor Option: Cucumber

Flavor Option: Pineapple

Method

Overview and Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Agua Fresca Base

    In a large pitcher, combine 8 cups cold water, 3/4 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup fresh lime juice, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Refrigerate the base for at least 15 minutes to chill.

Flavor Preparations

  1. 2

    Jamaica Hibiscus Infusion

    In a saucepan, bring 4 cups water to a boil. Add 1 cup dried hibiscus petals and remove from heat. Let steep for 10 minutes. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a clean container. While warm, dissolve 2 tablespoons sugar. Chill the hibiscus infusion before using.

  2. 3

    Tamarind Extraction

    Place 1/2 cup tamarind pulp in a bowl with 3 cups hot water. Let sit 10 minutes, then mash and strain through a sieve to extract clear tamarind juice. Stir in 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste) and chill.

  3. 4

    Mango Puree

    Place 2 cups peeled, chopped mango flesh in a blender. Blend until smooth. If desired, puree can be strained to remove fibrous bits. Chill.

  4. 5

    Cucumber Purée

    Blend 2 cups peeled, chopped cucumber with 1/2 cup cold water until smooth. Strain through a fine sieve to remove any solids for a smoother beverage. Chill.

  5. 6

    Pineapple Purée

    Blend 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks until smooth. Strain if you prefer a smoother texture. Chill.

Combine and Serve

  1. 7

    Combine Base with Flavor

    To assemble, fill a glass with ice. Add equal parts of the cooled agua fresca base and your chosen flavor infusion or fruit puree (adjust to taste). For example, 1 cup base + 1 cup flavor per serving, then top with a splash of cold water or sparkling water if you prefer a lighter drink.

  2. 8

    Sweeten and Adjust

    Taste the beverage and add a touch more sugar if desired (in 1 teaspoon increments) or a squeeze of lime for brightness. Stir well.

  3. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve over ice with optional garnishes such as lime wheels, cucumber ribbons, or pineapple chunks. Best when fresh.

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