Ginger Free Cranberry Orange Agua Fresca
Tart cranberries and bright citrus come together in this refreshing agua fresca that feels like a celebration in a glass. The deep ruby color alone is enough to make it the star of any table, and the flavor delivers — bold, fruity, and just sweet enough thanks to a touch of maple syrup. Because every ingredient here is straightforward and whole, you never have to second-guess a label or worry about hidden spice blends that might sneak in unwanted flavors. The blending and straining method gives you a silky-smooth drink without any bitterness from the cranberry skins, just pure, clean fruit flavor. A squeeze of lime lifts everything and keeps it tasting lively rather than flat. It comes together in minutes and chills quickly, making it an easy go-to for casual afternoons or festive gatherings alike. Serve it over ice with a few orange slices and it looks as good as it tastes.
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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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