Turkey 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 sunny even on the dreariest afternoon. Fresh navel oranges are blended with a homemade cinnamon tea — just a simmered cinnamon stick and water — which gives the whole thing a warm, aromatic depth that store-bought juice simply can't touch. A splash of maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without overpowering the natural fruit flavor, and a pinch of salt ties everything together in a way that's surprisingly satisfying. The blending and straining process takes only minutes but produces a silky-smooth, beautifully colored drink that looks genuinely impressive poured over ice. It's naturally free from any poultry-derived ingredients or additives — just whole fruit, pantry staples, and water doing all the heavy lifting. Serve it with an orange wedge on the rim for a little extra flair, or keep it casual straight from the pitcher. Either way, this is the kind of refreshing, made-from-scratch drink that 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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