Macadamia Free Mint & Lime Watermelon Agua Fresca

Few drinks capture the feeling of a hot summer afternoon quite like a cold, jewel-bright glass of watermelon agua fresca. This version layers in fresh mint and lime juice for a flavor combination that's simultaneously cooling, citrusy, and just a little floral — far more interesting than anything you'd pour from a bottle. The technique here is worth noting: blending the mint with cold water first ensures every drop of that bright, herbal flavor gets fully extracted before the watermelon even enters the picture. Straining the blended mixture through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a beautifully clear, vivid pink liquid that looks as stunning as it tastes. A touch of honey is entirely optional, because ripe watermelon brings plenty of natural sweetness on its own. Every single ingredient in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, refreshing fruit. Serve it over a tall glass of ice with a sprig of mint and a lime wheel, and it's instantly the most photogenic drink on the table.

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