
Few drinks capture the feeling of a warm afternoon quite like a cold, fruit-forward agua fresca. This version leans on ripe strawberries and fresh lime juice for a flavor that's bright, a little tart, and just sweet enough thanks to a touch of maple syrup. The whole thing comes together in a blender, then gets strained through a fine-mesh sieve so you're left with a silky, jewel-red drink that looks almost too pretty to pour. A pinch of salt might seem unexpected, but it quietly sharpens every other flavor in the glass. Because the ingredient list is so clean and straightforward โ real fruit, citrus, water, and a natural sweetener โ there's nothing hidden to second-guess, which makes it a genuinely easy choice for anyone navigating specific food sensitivities. Serve it over a big pile of ice with a lime slice on the rim and it's instantly the most refreshing thing on the table.
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Combine the strawberries, cold water, lime juice, maple syrup, and salt in a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth, about 30โ45 seconds.
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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