Black Pepper Free Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca
Bright, citrusy, and lightly spiced, this agua fresca is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're sitting somewhere warm and unhurried. Fresh navel oranges are blended with a homemade cinnamon tea — just a simmered cinnamon stick and water — which gives the whole thing a subtle warmth without any heat or bite. Maple syrup adds gentle sweetness, and a pinch of salt rounds everything out in a way that makes the orange flavor really pop. The blender does most of the work, and straining the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve leaves you with a silky-smooth, beautifully colored drink that looks as good as it tastes. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this recipe is a genuine treat — no seasoning blends, no pre-made syrups, just clean, whole ingredients you can trust. Serve it over ice with a fresh orange wedge and it's instantly the most refreshing thing on the table.
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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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