Name: Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 cups pineapple chunks about 1 medium pineapple; 2 tbsp fresh lime juice about 1 lime; 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup to taste; 4 cups cold water; 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves; ice for serving

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Overview

Prep10 min

Cook0 min

Total10 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

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Ingredients

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Equipment

Blender
Fine mesh strainer
Pitcher

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Method

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Blend pineapple and mint

Add the pineapple chunks, mint leaves, lime juice, honey, and 2 cups of the water to a blender and blend until completely smooth.

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Strain into a pitcher

Pour the blend through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher, pressing the pulp with the back of a spoon to extract the liquid, then stir in the remaining 2 cups of cold water.

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Chill and serve

Chill in the refrigerator at least 30 minutes, then pour over ice and finish each glass with extra mint leaves or a pineapple wedge.

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Tips

NoteTaste before chilling and add a little more honey if your pineapple was not quite ripe.

NoteA splash of sparkling water at serving time adds a fun fizz.

NoteStrain well so the drink stays silky instead of pulpy.

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Nutrition

NoteNutrition varies by ingredient brands and serving size.

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Storage

RefrigeratorKeep in a sealed pitcher up to 3 days; stir before serving as it may separate.

Best freshTastes brightest chilled and poured over fresh ice the same day.

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Frequently asked

Can I use canned pineapple?+

Fresh is best, but canned in juice works; cut the added sweetener since it is already sweet.

How do I make it fizzy?+

Stir in a splash of sparkling water right before serving.

Can I make it ahead?+

Yes — blend and chill up to a day ahead, then strain and pour when guests arrive.

Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca

Overview

Ingredients

Equipment