Breastfeeding Friendly Cranberry Orange Agua Fresca
Tart cranberries, bright citrus, and a touch of maple syrup come together in this refreshing agua fresca that feels like a genuine treat without any of the guilt. Staying well-hydrated while nursing is one of those things that sounds simple but can get monotonous fast, and this drink makes it genuinely enjoyable. The ingredients are clean and straightforward — real fruit juice, fresh lime, and a natural sweetener — so you know exactly what you're sipping. Cranberries bring a bold, ruby-red color and a pleasantly tangy flavor that pairs beautifully with the sweetness of fresh orange juice. A quick blend and strain is all it takes to get a silky-smooth, pulp-free drink that looks stunning served over ice with a few orange slices floating on top. Make a big pitcher and keep it chilled in the fridge so you always have something delicious and hydrating within reach throughout the day.
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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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