Description
This Strawberry Agua Fresca is one of the most refreshing strawberry drinks you’ll try! Perfect for hot days, it’s easy to make and full of flavor. Great for strawberry fresca recipes, fruit refresher drinks, or any summer bar menu. Learn how to make this classic Mexican strawberry water recipe that’s light, hydrating, and naturally sweet. Ideal for parties, BBQs, and poolside sipping!
Ingredients
Ingredients List
To create this refreshing and creamy strawberry agua fresca, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- 4 cups of fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced—sweet and ripe strawberries will enhance the flavor.
- 1 1/2 cups of water—this forms the base of our agua fresca.
- 1/2 cup of coconut milk—for that creamy texture (alternately, you can use almond milk or oat milk).
- 1/4 cup of sugar—adjust this depending on your sweetness preference; honey or agave syrup can also be good substitutes.
- Juice of 1 lime—adding a zesty twist to balance the sweetness.
- Ice cubes—for serving and keeping your drink cool.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Strawberries
Start by rinsing your fresh strawberries under cool water, hulled and sliced. Use only the ripest berries as they will provide an irresistible sweetness.
Step 2: Blend It Up
In a blender, combine the sliced strawberries, water, coconut milk, sugar, and lime juice. Blend until smooth—this should take about 30 seconds.
Tip: To achieve peak creaminess, blend until there are no lumps. If you don’t have a blender, a food processor works just as well!
Step 3: Strain (Optional)
For a smoother texture, pour the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher to remove the pulp. This step is optional if you enjoy a little texture.
Tip: The leftover pulp can be repurposed! Try using it in smoothies or as a topping for yogurt.
Step 4: Chill and Serve
Add ice cubes into serving glasses, pour your creamy strawberry agua fresca over the ice, and give it a quick stir. Garnish with a lime wedge or a few fresh strawberry slices for that Instagram-worthy look!
Nutrition
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 14g
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g