Brazil Nut Free Classic Pineapple Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of a hot afternoon quite like a tall glass of agua fresca, and this pineapple version is pure, refreshing magic. Fresh pineapple chunks are blended with cold water, a squeeze of lime, and just a touch of sugar before being strained into a silky, golden drink that tastes like a tropical vacation in a glass. The lime juice brightens everything up while the pinch of salt makes the pineapple flavor pop in a way that's surprisingly addictive. Because this recipe is built entirely from whole, simple ingredients, there's no need to scan a label or worry about what might be hiding in a store-bought mix. Blending and straining takes only a few minutes, making this an effortless option for backyard gatherings, weeknight dinners, or anytime you need something cold and crowd-pleasing. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint for a presentation that looks far fancier than the effort required.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh pineapple chunks (from about ½ medium pineapple), core removed
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar, or more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the pineapple chunks, cold water, sugar, lime juice, and salt to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45–60 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing gently on the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the pulp.
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