Caffeine Free Classic Pineapple Agua Fresca
Fresh pineapple, a squeeze of lime, a pinch of salt, and cold water — that's really all it takes to make one of the most refreshing drinks you'll ever pour into a glass. The blending and straining process pulls out a silky, jewel-bright juice that tastes like summer in the most effortless way possible. A touch of sugar and lime juice let you dial in the balance exactly to your liking, so it can go full tropical-sweet or stay on the tart, bright side depending on your mood. For anyone keeping an eye on caffeine intake, this is the kind of drink that genuinely competes with your afternoon iced coffee — no substitutions or workarounds needed, just naturally energizing fruit. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint, it looks stunning on a table and disappears just as fast. It's the kind of recipe you'll find yourself making on repeat all season long.
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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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