Macadamia Free Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.7

(22)

Macadamia Free Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca

This refreshing Mexican-style drink is bright, lightly spiced, and exactly what you want on a warm afternoon. Fresh navel oranges bring natural sweetness and a citrusy punch, while a quick homemade cinnamon tea adds warmth and depth that you simply can't get from a powder or a bottle. Maple syrup keeps things gently sweet without overpowering the fruit, and a pinch of salt rounds everything out in the best way. The blending and straining process gives you a silky-smooth, beautifully colored drink that looks stunning poured over ice with an orange wedge on the rim. Everything in this recipe is naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no need to scan labels or worry about cross-contact from store-bought beverages. It comes together with just a blender, a saucepan, and a strainer — no special equipment required. Pour it at a backyard gathering or a weekend brunch and watch it disappear fast.

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Ingredients

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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