Strawberry Agua Fresca is a simple & refreshing fruit drink served throughout Mexico. Now you can make it at home!
Strawberry Agua Fresca
Strawberry Agua Fresca is a refreshing fruit drink served throughout Mexico. Agua fresca means “freshwater” in Spanish!
I just love spring and summer (except for the being hot part). They are definitely my favorite seasons! I enjoy shopping for all of the fresh fruit and produce that starts appearing at my local grocery store and farmer’s market! Don’t you?
Strawberries ? are always a favorite at my house. We use them in so many things. One of my kids’ favorite summer drinks is this refreshing Strawberry Agua Fresca. It is the perfect way to use some of our berry bounties!
I don’t know what it is about pretty, fruity drinks that just makes me smile. ? It just feels like happiness in a glass!
Are you ready? Let’s make the recipe … Shall we?
Recipe for Strawberry Agua Fresca
- water
- granulated sugar
- strawberries
- fresh lime juice
- ice
How to make Strawberry Agua Fresca
- In a pitcher, combine the water and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Place the strawberries in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Add the strawberries and lime juice to the sugar water and stir well.
- Serve over ice.
Strawberry Agua Fresca: Tips and tricks
If you have questions about making this Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca recipe, I have answers! Take a look at this section before leaving a comment if you run into trouble or just want some suggestions.
- Depending on how sweet your berries are, you may need to adjust the sugar in the agua fresca to your preference a bit. For us, about a third of a cup is close to our preference.
- Want to try a different flavor? Use your favorite fruit to mix up the flavor – or really mix it up and combine two or three fruits. Juicy fruits like melons and berries make the best agua fresca. We have sometimes added banana, kiwi, or watermelon to this recipe in addition to the strawberries. They are all so good that we can’t pick a favorite! You can even add veggies like cucumbers and celery or spices like ginger!
- Want a lower-calorie or lower-carb drink? Substitute your favorite alternative sweetener in place of the sugar in the recipe. Be sure to read the sweetener package and follow directions for measurements.
- Agua fresca needs to be refrigerated and is good for up to three days.
- This agua fresca drink is caffeine-free and since it has real fruit, it is vitamin-rich.
- It’s a great non-alcoholic drink! Kids and adults can all enjoy it!
How did you like this Mexican Strawberry Agua Fresca?
This agua fresca is a real thirst-quencher when the weather starts heating up! Wouldn’t you agree? Comment down below with your Strawberry Agua Fresca experience, or feel free to ask me any questions if you’re having trouble. Y’all know I’m happy to help!
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Strawberry Agua Fresca
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups water
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 16 ounces strawberries hulled
- ¼ cup fresh lime juice about 2 limes
- ice
Instructions
- In a pitcher, combine the water and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Place the strawberries in a blender or food processor. Process until smooth. Add the strawberries and lime juice to the sugar water and stir well.
- Serve over ice.
Notes
- Depending on how sweet your berries are, you may need to adjust the sugar in the agua fresca to your preference a bit. For us, about a third of a cup is close to our preference.
Nutrition
Please note that the nutritional information listed on this page is an estimation based on the products I used. Ingredients and nutritional information can vary significantly between brands. Always be sure to read labels. Please verify that a recipe fits your needs before using it. Nutrition info may contain errors, so please verify it independently. Likewise, recipes may contain errors, so please use your common sense when following them.
Originally published on March 29, 2014. updated on July 8, 2020.
I love agua frescas, but I've never made one. Can't wait to try this:) I'm hosting a link party and would love to have you like this up! http://hellolittlehome.com/help-celebrate-my-birthday-its-a-link-party/
Looks refreshing, Jamie ! As your strawberries are appearing in the stores, ours are now getting less, but fortunately only for a short while 🙂
Looks delicious I am now thirsty!
We're definitely on the same page. I just bought a big flat of strawberries and I've been loving them!
This drink looks so delicious!
Graham @ Glazed & Confused
this is so easy and quick will definitely be making this soon thanks for sharing have a great day visiting from weary chef
My husband's grandmother use to make something similar, which they would call strawberry juice. Sounds wonderful and so pretty. Thanks for sharing at Simple Supper Tuesday and have a good week!
Oh. This drink looks so good, especially since my favorite food is strawberry! I've pinned and can't wait to try it. 🙂
On a day like today, where it is finally warm, this looks even tastier!
Thanks for sharing,
Kelly
Thank you for the fresca recipe. I buy it once in a while at the Mexican market, and now I can make it myself. xo
sounds absolutely delightful Jamie. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday
This drink looks so pretty and refreshing. Lime juice is the best in everything isn't it.
G'day! Sign me up for one of these Jamie!
Thanks for sharing at this week's Foodie Friends Friday Foods We Loved from Childhood Party
Cheers! Joanne
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Jamie, your Strawberry Agua Fresca is just gorgeous. It looks soooo refreshing, not to mention pretty pretty pretty. I will have mine with a shot of tequila, please. That lime juice just calls out for it. Thank you for sharing this with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- PINNED! 🙂 (hic!)
You're a feature today at Mommy Like Whoa's Best of the Internet! Pinning too! http://mommylikewhoa.com/2014/04/best-internet-volume-5/
Is there a reason why you can't just put all the ingredients right into the blender?
You could – but you will want to make sure the sugar dissolves completely! 🙂
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What a great recipe! Thanks for sharing it at The Pin Junkie. It was included today in a spring craft and recipe roundup at http://www.thepinjunkie.com/2014/04/spring-and-easter-crafts.html
It's not super warm here yet, but I will definitely be drinking this poolside this summer! Thanks Jamie! Pinning!
Thanks so much, Michelle! I hope you enjoy the drink! 🙂
Could you use frozen strawberries? If so, would I need to thaw first? I bought way too many strawberries at the farm a couple of weeks ago and froze a couple of quarts because we couldn’t eat them fast enough!
Yes! Frozen strawberries will work just fine.
Made it and love it! This is the summer drink everyone should be making!