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This quick and refreshing Strawberry Agua Fresca is about to make your summertime way cooler! Sweetened with real sugar and flavored with fresh lime, this classic drink will be a seasonal favorite for all ages and occasions.
I’d never made strawberries into a drink before making this agua fresca, and I’m so glad I decided to give it a try. It’s the most delicious and refreshing drink you can imagine and an ideal way to stay hydrated during those hot summer months. This was originally one of the very first recipes I shared on this site back in 2011. Needless to say, this has become a staple every strawberry season since!
If you like this fresh and healthy alternative to soda, you’ve also got to try my fresh and fruity Peach Lemonade. Or, if you prefer a little fizz in your summer beverage, you can use sparkling water in this agua fresca, or try making mouthwatering Watermelon Soda.
Why You’ll Love Strawberry Agua Fresca
- It’s quick and easy to make, so you can make a big batch and go enjoy more time outside!
- Making this drink at home gives you total control over the sweetness, and you’ll know there are no additives like corn syrup.
- Lime juice adds the perfect hint of tartness that complements the sweet strawberries.
- It’s easy to switch up the flavors by adding other fruits, berries, or herbs like mint. It can also be used in cocktails.
- It’s an excellent non-alcoholic beverage option for adults and kids alike.
What You’ll Need
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- Strawberries – You’ll need fresh strawberries for this recipe, sliced or quartered.
- Lime – Fresh lime will provide the best flavor in this recipe.
- Sugar – Use white sugar or evaporated cane juice.
- Cold Water – For instant drinkability, use very cold water for this recipe.
How To Make Strawberry Agua Fresca
- Blend and strain the strawberries. Puree the strawberries in a food processor or blender, then strain them through a mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
- Add the remaining ingredients. Pour the strained puree into a pitcher, then stir in the water, lime juice, and sugar until well dissolved.
- Serve. Serve the agua fresca over ice and garnish with a slice of lime.
Recipe Tips & Variations
- Make it pretty. Garnish your strawberry agua fresca with mint leaves, basil leaves, a slice of lime, or a couple of strawberry slices.
- Muddle it with herbs. For a tasty mocktail twist, muddle a few leaves of fresh basil or mint in the bottom of the pitcher before pouring in the agua fresca.
- Wash your berries thoroughly. Wash the strawberries well by swirling them around in a big bowl of water before hulling them.
- Use a blender for the smoothest consistency. While a food processor can work, using a blender will create a smoother consistency for your agua fresca.
- Make it sparkly. Substitute cold water with sparkling water for a bubblier drink.
Strawberry agua fresca is perfect for making popsicles. Just pour it into popsicle molds and freeze it for an ultra-refreshing frozen treat.
While it won’t taste quite the same, if you don’t have lime, lemon juice can be used in a pinch. It will have more of a strawberry lemonade flavor.
Yes, feel free to try different sweeteners in this recipe. For a sugar-free option, try monk fruit extract or stevia (sweeten it to taste). For a vegan-friendly substitute, use agave nectar.
Serving Suggestions
- Baja Shrimp Tacos – These fresh shrimp tacos with creamy chipotle sauce go perfectly with a tall glass of strawberry agua fresca!
- Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas – Wash down these spicy chicken quesadillas with agua fresca for the perfect beach-worthy summer meal.
- Guacamole – Chips, guacamole, and strawberry agua fresca are a great way to get taco Tuesday going.
- Instant Pot Corn on the Cob – Enjoy the harvest of summer with fresh corn on the cob and sweet agua fresca.
- Easy Chicken Fajitas – Serve these hot and spicy chicken fajitas with your favorite toppings and agua fresca for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
More Refreshing Summer Drink Recipes
- Raspberry Lemonade
- Sparkling Berry Lemonade
- Watermelon Margarita
- Fresh Squeezed Lemonade
- Hawaiian Punch
- Easy Frozen Punch
Strawberry Agua Fresca
Ingredients
- 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 2 1/2 cups cold water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 lime, juiced
Instructions
- Add strawberries to a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth. Pour through a mesh strainer to remove the seeds.
- Pour the strained puree into a pitcher, then stir in the water, lime juice, and sugar until well dissolved.
- Serve the agua fresca over ice and garnish with a slice of lime.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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This is so perfect, especially now with this heat dome hitting so much of the country. I’ll have to make this!
So refreshing and sweet. Strawberry was an excellent choice!
I love everything strawberries! I need to make this strawberry aqua fresca for my family!