Walnut Free Classic Pineapple Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the spirit of a hot afternoon quite like a cold glass of agua fresca, and this pineapple version is pure sunshine in a pitcher. Fresh pineapple chunks get blended with cold water, a squeeze of lime, and just a touch of sugar and salt, then strained into a beautifully smooth, refreshing drink that tastes nothing like anything from a bottle. The lime juice keeps everything bright and lively, while the salt does quiet but important work rounding out the sweetness. Since this recipe is built entirely from whole, simple ingredients, there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass — no mystery additives, no shared-facility concerns, just fruit and flavor. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and it looks as good as it tastes, making it an easy crowd-pleaser for backyard gatherings or a lazy weekend afternoon.
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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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