Yeast Free Classic Watermelon Agua Fresca

Few drinks are as instantly refreshing as a tall glass of watermelon agua fresca on a hot day, and this version is as clean and simple as it gets. Fresh watermelon gets blended with cold water, a squeeze of lime, a pinch of salt, and just enough sugar to balance everything out — nothing more, nothing less. Straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you that silky, smooth texture that makes this drink feel almost luxurious despite how little effort it takes. Because it's built entirely from whole fruit, citrus, and pantry staples, there's no need to scan labels or stress about hidden fermented ingredients sneaking in. The pinch of salt is a small but brilliant touch that deepens the watermelon flavor and makes the sweetness pop in a way that plain fruit juice never quite does. Serve it straight over ice with a wedge of lime on the rim and it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of thing you'd happily set out for guests without mentioning how easy it was to make.

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