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Watermelon Agua Fresca

Watermelon agua fresca is a chilled beverage made by blending ripe watermelon with lime juice, mint, and soda water. The mixture results in a vibrant, slightly cloudy drink with a smooth, refreshing texture and a splash of carbonation, served over ice. The technique involves pureeing the watermelon and combining it with fresh ingredients for a lightly fizzy, hydrating drink.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • Watermelon cubes 4 cups, ripe and seedless or seeds removed: Forms the juicy hydrating base.
  • Fresh lime juice 2 tablespoons, from about 1 lime: Adds bright tangy freshness.
  • Fresh mint leaves 10 leaves, light or dark varieties: Provides cooling herbal aroma.
  • Soda water ½ to 1 cup, adjust to desired lightness and fizz: Creates a light sparkling texture.
  • Salt to taste, a pinch or more: Enhances natural fruit sweetness.
  • Ice as needed for serving: Keeps the drink extra cold and refreshing.

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Citrus juicer
  • Fine Mesh Strainer (optional)
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

  1. Add watermelon cubes to a blender jar.
  2. Pour in fresh lime juice.
  3. Add mint leaves for herbal freshness.
  4. Blend until smooth and juicy.
  5. Taste and add a small pinch of salt.
  6. Blend briefly again to combine flavors.
  7. Strain mixture through a fine mesh sieve if desired.
  8. Fill serving glasses with ice.
  9. Pour the watermelon mixture into each glass.
  10. Top gently with chilled soda water.
  11. Stir lightly to combine.
  12. Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.