Pineapple Peach Agua Fresca (Print Version)
Cool, fruity blend of pineapple and peaches sweetened naturally
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 cups fresh pineapple, peeled and diced
02 - 2 cups ripe peaches, pitted and sliced (about 3 medium peaches)
→ Liquid
03 - 4 cups cold water
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
→ Sweetener
05 - 2–4 tablespoons agave syrup or granulated sugar (to taste)
→ Garnish (optional)
06 - Ice cubes
07 - Fresh mint leaves
08 - Peach or pineapple slices
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - In a blender, combine the diced pineapple, sliced peaches, cold water, and lime juice. Blend on high until completely smooth.
02 - Taste and add agave syrup or sugar as desired, blending briefly to combine.
03 - Pour the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher, pressing to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp or reserve for smoothies.
04 - Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or serve immediately over ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and fruit slices if desired.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It is incredibly cooling and thirst quenching on the hottest days
- The natural fruit sweetness means you control the sugar level
- It comes together in ten minutes flat
02 -
- The pulp thickens if left sitting so give it a quick stir before serving
- Overripe fruit makes the drink sweeter without needing extra sweetener
03 -
- Freeze leftover fruit in ice cube trays for future batches
- Add sparkling water for a fizzy variation right before serving