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Strawberry Agua Fresca

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Wonderfully refreshing Strawberry Agua Fresca!

 

Glasses filled with strawberry agua fresca topped with slices of lime

A wonderfully refreshing, lightly sweet summer drink

Strawberry Agua Fresca with Lime is nearly perfect in every way. The color is amazing, the flavor is terrific, and it’s made with all natural ingredients and no artificial flavors. As a result, this refreshing drink is so much better than store-bought bottled drinks.

 

 

Boxes of fresh picked strawberries

Made with fresh picked strawberries

Last Saturday morning I headed out to a local farm to pick a few strawberries. I arrived at 8:00 a.m. sharp just as they were opening for the day and ended up picking more than 20 pounds of strawberries in less than an hour.

At the end of a large field I worked a small 20 foot section of a very long row and had to make myself stop before I had more than I could carry.

I really didn’t have a plan for this many strawberries … so guess what? In addition to this wonderful Strawberry Agua Fresca, we’re going to share several more recipes featuring these gorgeous berries so I hope you love them too!

 

A mixing bowl filled with fresh sliced strawberries

These are true vine ripened fruits.

I’ve never seen strawberries this red all the way through; some are almost maroon in color. As a result, this Agua Fresca has a gorgeous red hue.

One of the first recipes I made was this Strawberry Agua Fresca with Lime. This is an easy recipe to make. The drink is low calorie and refreshing and perfect to serve at summer parties, picnics and showers!

 

A glass of strawberry agua fresca with ice and ice

There are no artificial ingredients, no food color and very little sugar in this wonderfully refreshing drink.

Agua Fresca is Spanish for “cool waters.” In Mexico the drink is often served heavy on the sugar. I wanted to ensure the strawberry and lime flavors didn’t get lost therefore I sweetened the drink lightly with simple syrup.

However, feel free to pass more simple syrup for those that prefer something a bit sweeter. Simply syrup mixes in beautifully as the sugar is already dissolved.

 

A pitcher and glasses of strawberry water with lime

The first time I saw this refreshing treat was in a beautiful post for Papaya and Lime Agua Fresca.

I was immediately smitten with the idea of fruited water. This recipe is incredibly simple to make. And, the color and flavor can’t be beat! All you need is a good blender and you’re almost there.

 

A close up of two glasses of strawberry agua fresca garnished with limes

The lime adds a terrific layer of flavor without overpowering the strawberries.

 

A side view of two glasses of strawberry agua fresca on ice garnished with lime

Although Strawberry Agua Fresca is the color of punch flavored Kool-Aid, that’s where the similarities end. It’s fresh and clean, refreshing, thirst quenching and mom (and Gram) approved!

 

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A glass of Strawberry Agua Fresca with ice and lime

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Strawberry Agua Fresca

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 4 hrs 20 mins
Yield: 8 servings
Course: Drinks
Author: Tricia
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A wonderfully refreshing, lightly sweet summer drink made with all natural ingredients and no artificial flavors

Ingredients

  • 4 cups ripe fresh strawberries sliced
  • ½ cup simple syrup
  • ⅓ cup lime juice
  • 8 cups cold water
  • lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  • To make the simple syrup, combine 1 cup water with 1 cup granulated sugar in a small saucepan. Heat over medium until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture starts to boil. Remove and cool slightly.
  • Place the 4 cups of sliced strawberries in a mixing bowl with a lid or one that can be covered with plastic wrap. Combine 1/2 cup of the simple syrup with 1 cup of the cold water and pour over the strawberries. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or up to 8.
  • Pour the strawberries and all accumulated juice into a blender and process until smooth.
  • Set a fine mesh strainer over a pitcher. Pour the strawberry mixture through the strainer to remove the seeds. Do this process twice if needed. Use a spoon to press the juice and pulp through the mesh as needed. Discard the seeds and pulp.
  • Add 7 cups of cold water and the fresh lime juice to the strawberry mixture in the pitcher. Refrigerate until ready to serve or serve immediately over ice garnished with sliced lime.

Recipe Notes

Pass the remaining 1/2 cup of simple syrup to your guests if they prefer a sweeter drink.

Nutrition

Calories: 82kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 14IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg

Finally, we can’t get enough of these fresh fruity drinks like our Strawberry Agua Fresca.

We can’t wait to try this Piña Colada Agua Fresca or this gorgeous Papaya and Lime Agua Fresca.

How about this creative recipe for Champagne Mango-Lime Agua Fresca?

And finally, I’m getting thirsty just thinking about a refreshing Berry Ginger Agua Fresca.

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30 Comments

  1. Gerlinde @ Sunnycovechef says

    May 31, 2015 at 11:13 am

    We have very sweet aqua fresca here in Santa Cruz, you looks refreshing and not to surgery. I will pin it and make it soon.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 31, 2015 at 6:23 pm

      Thanks Gerlinde! You can pass additional simple syrup for those that like a sweeter drink. I thought it was just right 🙂

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  2. Monica says

    May 30, 2015 at 9:34 pm

    I literally just stepped away from the table after eating about a pound of strawberries just now, Tricia! They were not as amazing as yours but boy oh boy, are strawberries so good and plentiful right now. I’m taking advantage during this short window to devour them (and to think I didn’t like berries growing up)! I’ve never had strawberry agua fresca. How refreshing and totally beautiful to serve friends. I’m glad you got the 20+ lbs. of strawberries – that should be just about enough to eat, with a few left for some recipe making. ; )

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 31, 2015 at 6:23 pm

      You should have seen how many I ate while cleaning them Monica! Love strawberries and they are perfect in everything from salads to ice cream, breakfast lunch or dinner. Smoothies too – I almost forgot 🙂

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  3. Daniela says

    May 30, 2015 at 3:51 pm

    We just arrived in Vienna and it’s so warm here that I’m longing for this colorful, refreshing drink. Tomorrow I’ll buy fresh strawberries – huesos for what 🙂

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  4. Jane says

    May 30, 2015 at 3:19 pm

    Thanks this was great

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  5. Susan says

    May 30, 2015 at 1:43 pm

    What gorgeous berries! There won’t be any local strawberries here until sometime in June. What a delightful way to use them. I know I would love it and I think I know two little boys who might like this drink too on a hot, summer day 🙂 I can almost taste it already!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 30, 2015 at 3:21 pm

      It is so refreshing – I had to stop myself from drinking all of it! Enjoy 🙂

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  6. Sippitysup says

    May 29, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    Living is Los Angeles I see a lot of so-so aqua fresca. Yours is so much more refined. It’s making me thirsty. GREG

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 30, 2015 at 8:16 am

      I bet you do see a great variety – in the East it’s not as popular. Guess we should change that! Thanks for stopping by Greg. Hope you have a very nice weekend.

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  7. Becky Green says

    May 29, 2015 at 11:11 am

    This sounds & looks SO GOOD Tricia!!! Thank you for sharing this recipe with us!!!! Will HAVE TO try!!! 😉 Just thinking of adding a little of this to TEA…!!!! OH YUM!!!! 😉

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:23 pm

      That sounds great Becky. Strawberry Tea – what a great idea – you should blog it 🙂 Have a lovely weekend!

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  8. Beth says

    May 29, 2015 at 6:41 am

    I’m looking forward to all those strawberry recipes! Your berries look wonderful – there’s nothing like fresh fruit picked right from the field. Sounds like a refreshing drink.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:24 pm

      It is very refreshing Beth – thanks for stopping by!

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  9. [email protected]'s Recipes says

    May 29, 2015 at 5:53 am

    It must be very very FRESH and tasty!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:27 pm

      It is so fresh tasting Angie – thanks and have a great weekend!

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  10. michael says

    May 28, 2015 at 8:59 pm

    Hi Tricia! I have never had Strawberry Agua Fresca but it sure looks delicious!!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:27 pm

      It is wonderful Michael. If you find you have some extra strawberries – I hope you’ll give it a try. Have a wonderful weekend – I bet you are so busy with the family stuff!

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  11. cheri says

    May 28, 2015 at 8:51 pm

    Hi Tricia, how amazing that you picked your own strawberries, but 20 pounds that itself had to be a small feat. Love, love this drink, looks so refreshing.

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:28 pm

      I think I missed my calling Cheri – I seem to make a pretty good field hand! I love working outside. Hope you have a lovely weekend.

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  12. Chris Scheuer says

    May 28, 2015 at 8:39 pm

    This is so beautiful and looks so delicious. I can see you had as much fun in the strawberry patch as I did. I lost all sense of reason! Can’t wait to see your other strawberry creations!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:29 pm

      Can’t wait to see your strawberry recipes too Chris! Have a nice weekend!

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  13. Toni | BoulderLocavore says

    May 28, 2015 at 8:08 pm

    There really is nothing that tastes like a fully ripe, freshly picked strawberry. It has ruined me for those in the store especially out of their natural season. This sounds like summer-perfection Tricia!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:29 pm

      Amen Toni! I was thinking it would be good with a little rum or something too. Fresh and tasty for summer evenings on the deck. Have a great weekend.

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  14. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    May 28, 2015 at 7:22 pm

    This is a perfect summer drink! I’m definitely going to be trying this when strawberry picking season rolls around here (a couple of weeks away yet 🙂

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:30 pm

      Yeah Jennifer – hope you like it! We have blueberries, raspberries and blackberries coming in a few weeks – can’t wait to pick those too. Have a wonderful weekend!

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  15. Monique says

    May 28, 2015 at 6:32 pm

    It looks like summer!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:30 pm

      It tastes like summer Monique. Thanks for stopping by 🙂

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  16. sue|theviewfromgreatisland says

    May 28, 2015 at 6:25 pm

    Oh that color! I am dying to pick some strawberries, isn’t it amazing how different they taste when they are red all the way through like they’re supposed to be? I fell in love with agua fresca last year and plan to do lots of them this season. Pinning and sharing!

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    • Tricia Buice says

      May 29, 2015 at 12:31 pm

      It took me days to get through all 20 pounds and I gave 1/2 pound to my daughter-in-law. Thank you for introducing me to agua fresca – I love your papaya recipe and want to try it too. Have a great weekend!

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