Barley Free Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca
Few drinks capture the feeling of a warm afternoon quite like a cold glass of agua fresca — bright, refreshing, and just sweet enough to keep you coming back for more. This version leans on ripe fresh strawberries and zingy lime juice for a flavor that tastes genuinely vibrant, not like something poured from a bottle. Maple syrup steps in as the sweetener, giving a gentle depth without overpowering the fruit, and a small pinch of salt quietly ties everything together. The blending and straining process takes only a few minutes, and the result is a silky, jewel-toned drink that looks as gorgeous as it tastes. Because every ingredient here is naturally grain-free, there's zero guesswork about hidden additives or malt-based sweeteners sneaking in — just clean, whole-food components you can feel good about. Serve it over plenty of ice with a few lime slices floating on top and it's instantly the most impressive thing on the table, whether you're hosting a backyard gathering or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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4 servings
- 4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
- 3 cups cold water
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 3 tbsp maple syrup, or more to taste
- 1 pinch salt
For serving
- ice, for serving
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the strawberries, cold water, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30–45 seconds.
- 2
Set a fine-mesh strainer over a large pitcher. Pour the blended mixture through the strainer in batches, pressing gently on the solids with the back of a spoon until only dry pulp remains. Discard the pulp.
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