Gut Friendly Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca
Fresh oranges and warming cinnamon come together in this vibrant agua fresca that feels like sunshine in a glass. The base is blended from whole navel orange segments, so you're getting real fruit flavor — bright, slightly sweet, and naturally refreshing — rather than anything from a bottle or a powder packet. Simmering the cinnamon stick into a quick tea first is a clever move that coaxes out deep, spiced warmth without any harsh bite, and it blends seamlessly into the final drink. Maple syrup keeps things gently sweet while staying easy on the digestive system, and a pinch of salt rounds out the flavor in a way that makes the whole thing taste more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Straining through a fine-mesh sieve gives you a silky-smooth pour that's easy to sip and gentle on the gut. Serve it over ice with an orange wedge and it looks as good as it tastes — the kind of drink that disappears fast at any 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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