Alpha Gal Friendly Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca
Bright, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this agua fresca is the kind of refreshing drink that feels like a treat without any of the fuss. Fresh navel oranges are blended with a homemade cinnamon tea — just a simmered cinnamon stick and water — which gives the whole drink a warm, aromatic depth that store-bought juice simply can't match. Maple syrup adds a gentle sweetness, and a pinch of salt pulls everything together in a way that makes each sip taste surprisingly complex. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, finding flavorful drinks free from mammalian-derived ingredients can be trickier than expected, but this recipe keeps things beautifully clean — every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward. The blending and straining process gives you a silky, pulp-free drink that looks stunning poured over ice with an orange wedge on the rim. It's the kind of thing you'd happily serve at a backyard gathering or sip solo on a warm afternoon, no compromises required.
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4 servings
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 large navel oranges, peeled and segmented (about 3 cups flesh)
- 2 cups cold water
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- ¼ tsp fine salt
For the cinnamon tea
- 1 cup water, for the cinnamon tea
For serving
- ice, for serving
- orange slices or wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cinnamon stick and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is lightly amber and fragrant. Remove from heat and let the cinnamon tea cool for 15 minutes, then discard the cinnamon stick.
- 2
Add the orange segments, cooled cinnamon tea, 2 cups cold water, maple syrup, and salt to a blender. Blend on high for 30–45 seconds, until completely smooth.
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