Mexican Pineapple Water Recipe – Agua Fresca

Mexican Pineapple Water, Agua Fresca, is refreshing and delicious. It is basically fresh pineapple sweet water, and it is very refreshing to drink during hot summer months.  Agua Frescas are easy to make and can be made with just about any fruit.  They are natural, healthy, and are inexpensive when made with seasonal fruit.

Agua Frescas are fresh fruit drinks that are very popular throughout Mexico. You will find these drinks at street stands all over Mexico and also at restaurants.  They are usually served from large barrel-shaped glass containers (vitroleros).  These delicious fruit drinks are a lot like sorbets, as they freshen the palate.  They provide a perfect balance to the spiciness of Mexican foods. Try serving Mexican Pineapple Water at your next summer pool party.

 

Mexican Pineapple Water in a tall cocktail glass

 

Mexican Pineapple Water Recipe - Agua de Pina:
Prep Time
15 mins
 
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Agua de Pina Recipe, Mexican Pineapple Water Recipe
Servings: 1 large pitcher
Ingredients
  • 1 ripe pineapple* 
  • 1 to 2 cups granulated sugar (or to taste), divided**
  • 8 to 10 cups water
  • Ice cubes
Instructions
  1. With a sharp knife, cut off ends of the pineapple.  Quarter and then cut into eights. Cut off the outside or skin of the pineapple. Then cut the pineapple pieces into cubes

  2. Place the pineapple cubes, sugar, and 1 cup of water in the blender and liquefy (the liquid will be quite thick and frothy).  Depending on the size of your pineapple, you might need to process in the blender in more than one batch.  NOTE: Use only enough water in the blender to liquefy the fruit.  Strain the pineapple liquid through a fine sieve or strainer into your pitcher.

  3. Add the remaining water to your pitcher and mix well.  Taste and adjust sugar if more is needed.  Also add additional water if needed.

  4. Chill in the refrigerator for several hours before serving.  Serve over ice.

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  6. Variation Ideas:

  7. Agua de Melon - Use cantaloupe or any other melon

  8. Agua de Sandie - Use watermelon - Check out Watermelon Aqua Fresca recipe

  9. Agua de Fresa - Use strawberries - Check out Strawberry Agua Fresca

  10. Agua de Papaya - Use papaya with the addition of some lime juice

  11. Agua Fresca de Pepino - Use peeled, and seeded cucumbers with the addition of lime juice.

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Recipe Notes

* Smell the pineapple when purchasing.  You should pick up a sweet flavor.  The stronger the smell, the riper the fruit.  Turn the pineapple upside down in an empty container for a few hours before you grill it to distribute the sugar throughout the fruit.

** It is hard to give precise measurements on this recipe, because the size and ripeness of each pineapple varies.  The amount of sugar needed will vary depending on the sweetness of the fruit, and also your taste.  Sugar substitutes may also be used if desired.  So - taste your pineapple before adding sugar!

Categories:

Agua Fresca    Mexican    Pineapple Recipes    Southwest Beverages   

Comments and Reviews

5 Responses to “Mexican Pineapple Water Recipe – Agua Fresca”

  1. Felipa

    What happens if you don’t have granulated sugar? What would be the amount if you have a very sweet and ripe pineapple

    Reply
    • Linda Stradley

      According to the recipe: It is hard to give precise measurements on this recipe, because the size and ripeness of each pineapple varies. The amount of sugar needed will vary depending on the sweetness of the fruit, and also your taste. Sugar substitutes may also be used if desired. So – taste your pineapple before adding sugar!

      Reply
    • Lupita Dominguez

      1 pineapple and a bunch of spinach. Put everything in the blender and pour in 1/4 cup of honney. Blended again, add ice, and is ready.

      Reply
  2. Heidi

    Mexico does not add sugar. That is an American thing. Perfectly delicious with no added sugar in Mexico!

    Reply
    • Rosalie

      Mexico does not add sugar? Girl bye! I’m Mexican, and damn if some family’s don’t love drowning their agua frescas in sugar & sweetened condensed milk!
      You’re right though: When the fruit is ripe, you really don’t need to use sugar at all.

      Reply

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