Yeast Free Classic Pineapple Agua Fresca
Fresh pineapple, a squeeze of lime, a pinch of salt, and cold water — that's genuinely all it takes to make something this refreshing. The blender does the heavy lifting, breaking everything down into a smooth, vibrant liquid that gets strained into a pitcher of pure tropical brightness. That little hit of salt is the secret weapon here, rounding out the sweetness and making the pineapple flavor pop in a way that feels almost restaurant-worthy. For anyone navigating a yeast-free lifestyle, this is the kind of drink that requires zero label-reading stress — every ingredient is whole, simple, and exactly what it says it is. Served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint, it looks stunning on a table and tastes even better on a hot afternoon. It also scales up beautifully if you're making it for a crowd, since the recipe is straightforward enough to double or triple without any fuss.
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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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