
This refreshing agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes a hot afternoon feel instantly more manageable. Fresh English cucumbers get blended until silky smooth, then strained into a pitcher with bright lime juice, a touch of salt, and a homemade simple syrup that lets you dial in exactly the right level of sweetness. The result is cool, lightly sweet, and just tart enough to keep you reaching for another glass. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of dairy, so there's no swapping or substituting needed — it's just clean, simple, and delicious from the start. A handful of ice, a few lime slices, and a sprig of fresh mint turn it into something that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week long.
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Combine the sugar and 1/2 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 3–4 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for 15 minutes.
Add the chopped cucumber and 1 cup of the cold water to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
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