With the warm weather coming you need somethign refreshing to quench your thirst.Water may be too bland. Soda is too sweet. Why not make a pitcher of agua fresca?It's perfect for those steamy days ahead.
What is agua fresca or fresh water. It's a combination of water, fresh fruit or even veggies and a sweetener. They originated in Mexico and the drink spread rapidly thorogh Latin America. Taquerias served them along with their tacos and tortillas.The drink is now all over the Americas, North and South. You can even buy large cups of it at Panera.
Is it easy to recreate? Yes/
Recipe for agua fresca
4 cups of any fruit.Try pineapple or melon for a refreshing flavor but you can use strawberries too.
1/4 cup white sugar
4 cups water
Blend fruit , water and sugar. Strain through a strainer and then served chilled with sprigs of fresh mint.
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