Alpha Gal Friendly Cranberry Orange Agua Fresca
Tart cranberries, bright citrus, and a touch of maple syrup come together in this refreshing agua fresca that tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a fancy brunch spot. It's naturally sweetened and completely plant-based, which makes it a stress-free choice when you're navigating a diet that cuts out mammalian meat and byproducts — no label-reading required here. Every ingredient is straightforward and easy to source, from the fresh orange juice you squeeze yourself to the lime that gives it that extra little zing. The blending and straining process takes just minutes and leaves you with a silky-smooth, jewel-toned drink that looks genuinely stunning in a glass. A pinch of salt might seem unexpected, but it quietly rounds out all the flavors and keeps the tartness from going overboard. Serve it over ice with a few orange slices floating on top and it's instantly the most beautiful thing on the table — whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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4 servings
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup fresh orange juice (from about 2 medium oranges)
- 3 cups cold water, divided
- 4 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ¼ tsp fine salt
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- orange slices or fresh cranberries, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, orange juice, maple syrup, lime juice, salt, and 1 cup of the cold water in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer, pressing on the solids with the back of a spoon until only dry pulp remains. Discard the solids.
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