Low Iodine 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 — creating a naturally sweet base that's fragrant and beautifully layered in flavor. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener here, which is a smart move since many processed sugars and commercial syrups can be tricky to navigate on a low-iodine plan. A touch of fine salt rounds everything out, and the whole mixture gets strained through a fine-mesh sieve so you're left with a silky-smooth, pulp-free drink that looks gorgeous poured over ice. There's no dairy, no seafood, no iodized seasoning — just clean, whole ingredients that come together in minutes. Serve it with a fresh orange wedge and it's instantly the most beautiful glass 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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