Pecan Free Orange Cinnamon Agua Fresca
This refreshing drink is bright, lightly spiced, and exactly the kind of thing you want to pour over a tall glass of ice 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 the sweetness honest and rounded, and a pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that makes the flavors pop. The blending and straining process gives you a silky-smooth, beautifully colored drink that looks like it came from a taqueria but comes together in your own kitchen. There are no nuts or nut-derived ingredients anywhere in this recipe, so it's a completely worry-free pour for anyone navigating tree nut concerns. Serve it straight from the pitcher at a backyard gathering or just make a glass for yourself — either way, it disappears fast.
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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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