Agua fresca is a popular Mexcian drink made from fruits, flowers blended with sugar and water. Agua fresca literally means 'fresh water' and you can find this refreshing drink served by roadside vendors all over Mexico. Summer's officially over here but it's still very hot. To keep hydrated in summers, we must drink plenty of water and fresh juices. This drink is a great thirst quencher for hot summer days.
Agua fresca can be made using a variety of fruits, but the most popular ones are melon and pineapple. You can keep it simple or infuse more flavors by adding herbs. Watermelon is made up of 90 percent water, which helps in keeping us well-hydrated during hot days. So get a watermelon, make this low-calorie drink and cool your body in the blistering heat.
WATERMELON AGUA FRESCA RECIPE
{ Mexican drink with watermelon and lime/lemon }Serves 2-3
Ingredients:
4 cups watermelon, cut into 1" cubes
½ - 1 cup water
1 tbsp lime / lemon juice
1 tbsp sugar
Few mint leaves
Ice cubes
Method:
1. Blend the watermelon and water in a blender until smooth. Strain the mixture.
2. Add lime juice, sugar and stir until sugar dissolves. Keep chilled in fridge until ready to serve.
3. Pour in glasses and add ice cubes. Garnish with mint leaves.
Notes and Tips
- Adjust sugar according to your preference. You can also use natural sweeteners.
