Cashew Free Turmeric Ginger Agua Fresca
This vibrant, golden drink is everything you want on a warm day — bright, lightly sweet, and just a little spicy from the ginger. Fresh turmeric and ginger are simmered into a fragrant concentrate, then balanced with maple syrup, a squeeze of lime, and a pinch of salt for a refreshing agua fresca that feels both grounding and lively. The whole thing comes together with pantry staples and zero specialty ingredients, so there's no hunting down anything obscure or worrying about what might be hiding in a store-bought bottle. Straining out the solids gives you a beautifully smooth, jewel-toned drink that looks as good as it tastes. Served over ice with a few mint sprigs or lime slices, it's the kind of thing guests will ask about before they even take a second sip. Make a batch ahead and keep it in the fridge — it only gets better as it chills.
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4 servings
- 3 cups cold water, divided
- 1 tbsp fresh turmeric, peeled and thinly sliced (or 1 tsp ground turmeric)
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 pinch fine salt
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- lime slices or fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine 1 cup of the water with the sliced turmeric and ginger in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 minutes, until the water is deeply golden and fragrant.
- 2
Remove from the heat and stir in the maple syrup and salt until fully dissolved.
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