Brazil Nut Free Classic Mango Agua Fresca
Few drinks are as refreshing as a tall glass of agua fresca on a hot day, and this mango version is the kind of thing that disappears fast once you set it on the table. Ripe mango brings a naturally sweet, tropical richness that pairs beautifully with bright lime juice and just a pinch of salt to round everything out. The blending and straining process gives you a silky-smooth, vibrant drink that looks stunning poured over ice with a lime wedge on the rim. Because it's built entirely from fresh fruit, citrus, water, and a touch of sugar, there's nothing hidden to worry about — what you see is exactly what you get. It's easy to dial in the sweetness or tartness to your own taste before serving, which makes it feel genuinely homemade rather than store-bought. Whether you're serving a crowd at a backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this is one of those recipes that earns a permanent spot in your rotation.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs ripe mango, peeled and cubed (about 3 cups cubed)
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1–2 limes)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar, or more to taste
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- ice, for serving (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the mango cubes, cold water, lime juice, sugar, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a pitcher and pour the blended mixture through it, pressing gently with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids left in the strainer.
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