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Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca

May 22, 2020 By Patricia 66 Comments

Strawberry-mint agua fresca is in the house! You might push that lemonade to the side! You’ll love the pretty color and fresh flavor that come along with this easy-to-make drink. It’s perfect for a brunch, a backyard barbecue, or simply sipping on a warm day.

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca is refreshing on a warm day. You'll love how easy it is to make!

I love lemonade, but since the warm weather will be around for quite a while, why not spread the love and give another fruity refreshment a go! Strawberry-mint agua fresca is calling!

If you’re in the mood for fruit-inspired cocktails, give my prickly pear margaritas a try. They’re so, so good, and a favorite here in the Southwest.

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca is a refreshing drink. You'll love the color and flavor!

Agua fresca (Spanish for “fresh water”) is made simply from fresh fruit, water, sugar (or your favorite sweetener), and lime juice. I made mint infused simple syrup for this recipe, just to add an extra burst of flavor.

A little blending, a little straining, and you’ll find yourself with a bright batch of this refreshing beverage. This is the perfect warm-weather drink.

I used sugar to sweeten this agua fresca, but keep in mind, you may need to use more or less than what the recipe calls for based on how sweet your fruit is, and your personal taste.

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca is a drink you'll want for the warm weather. It's a delight!

Strawberries have been popping up in the stores, so I thought it would be the perfect time to revive this recipe. When peaches start rolling into town, try my peach-rosemary agua fresca recipe.

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca

If you were hanging around on Grab a Plate back in 2013 (is it me or does that seem like soooo long ago?) you might have seen my strawberry agua fresca recipe. This time around, I added a bit of mint simple syrup to the mix and updated my photos.

Without question, but with a few new photos, I can say that this agua fresca stands the test of time!

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca is a fab drink! You'll love this fruity and refreshing treat for the warm weather.

As you can tell, the great thing about agua fresca is that you can use whatever fruit is in season to make this delightful drink. Try watermelon, cantaloupe, mango, and peach. For a non-traditional twist, add in some herbs or vanilla for something a little different, or even rum or tequila.

Strawberry-mint agua fresca is a fun and fresh drink to serve when it’s warm, and you’ll be thrilled with this refreshing drink. Cheers to the warm weather!

Strawberry-Mint Agua Fresca is filled with fresh fruit. You'll love this refreshing drink.

Nutrition

Calories

230 cal

Fat

2 g

Carbs

55 g

Protein

5 g
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Yields 6 (8-ounce) glasses

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Ingredients

    For the mint simple syrup:
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon torn or chopped fresh mint leaves
  • For the aqua fresca:
  • 5 cups fresh strawberries, cleaned and hulled
  • 3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup sugar (more or less to taste)
  • Juice from one small lime

Instructions

    For the simple syrup:
  1. Bring the water and sugar to boil. Stir to help dissolve the sugar. Remove from the heat, add the mint, cover, and let sit for about 15 minutes.
  2. Strain the liquid, discard the mint, and set the liquid aside.
  3. For the agua fresca:
  4. Working in two batches, add half the strawberries and half the water to a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth.
  5. Strain the mixture into a bowl and use a rubber spatula to help press the mixture through the strainer into the bowl.
  6. When you’ve collected all the liquid from the strainer, discard the remaining strawberry seeds and pulp.
  7. Repeat with the second batch of strawberries and water.
  8. Transfer the mixture to a pitcher. Add 3-4 tablespoons of the simple syrup, half the sugar, and the lime juice to the pitcher. Mix to dissolve the sugar.
  9. Taste and add more sugar as needed.
  10. If you’re serving the agua fresca right away, serve over ice. Otherwise, refrigerate your pitcher until chilled.
  11. Garnish with a sprig of mint or a piece of strawberry.

Notes

Use your favorite sweetener to make this drink. Be sure to start with less, and add more as needed. Also, you can make this without using the simple syrup, but I think it adds great flavor.

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Comments

  1. candy says

    May 5, 2017 at 2:34 pm

    I was waiting for the next one and thought it might be strawberry since they are in season. Adding to the list.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 3:40 pm

      Thanks, Candy! Yes, they're here! Hope you like this one!
      Reply
  2. hal bloss says

    May 5, 2017 at 3:06 pm

    this sounds amazing - the addition of the mint seems like such a refreshing touch!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 3:39 pm

      Thanks so much!! It really is!
      Reply
  3. Ms. Travelingboots says

    May 5, 2017 at 4:00 pm

    Refreshing! We'll try to recreate this.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks so much! Hope you enjoy it!
      Reply
  4. anne wright says

    May 5, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    I was just teasing my husband that it's cinco de mayo and we need to get some drinks! Now I do not have to leave the house and I can just make my own drink! Thank you for sharing!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      So easy to make, too! Thanks so much, Anne, and hope you have fun celebrating!
      Reply
  5. Tiffany Meiter says

    May 5, 2017 at 5:05 pm

    I love strawberry drinks! This may actually make a great cocktail too!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      Hi Tiffany! For sure! Another reader suggested adding bourbon! Thanks for stopping by!
      Reply
  6. Jeni says

    May 5, 2017 at 5:54 pm

    I LOVE the addition of mint! I am going to make a couple of different cocktails and mocktails for my son's birthday party later this summer, so I'm bookmarking this for that. I think this one would be good with or without some bourbon added! :)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      Brilliant idea, Jeni! I hadn't even thought of bourbon Mmm! Thank you!
      Reply
  7. Nakeya says

    May 5, 2017 at 6:30 pm

    My mouth watered just from reading this post. I'm going to have to try this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 5, 2017 at 6:37 pm

      Thanks so much, Nakeya! I hope you do, and enjoy!
      Reply
  8. Katrhyn says

    May 5, 2017 at 6:55 pm

    Can't wait to try this! It looks like the perfect drink for summer! Strawberries are my favorite!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 6, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      Hi Katrhyn - I hope you love it - it's super tasty!
      Reply
  9. Lauren says

    May 5, 2017 at 7:16 pm

    This looks so refreshing! Definitely making it when the weather warms up! Lauren
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 6, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks, Lauren! Enjoy!
      Reply
  10. Cori says

    May 6, 2017 at 12:52 am

    This looks like the perfect summer drink! I can't wait to try it!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 6, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks, Cori! Hope you love it!
      Reply
  11. Mama Munchkin says

    May 6, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    Totally pinning this, it looks like the perfect summer beverage.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 6, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      Thanks so much! It really is tasty!
      Reply
  12. Kate says

    May 6, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    This looks like virtually the perfect summer drink. I am totally going to try this on a hot summer day...when they finally show up here in Minnesota. ;)
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:44 pm

      Haha! I know what you mean, Kate! I hope you do try this, and enjoy! Thanks!
      Reply
  13. Deepa says

    May 6, 2017 at 5:06 pm

    This looks yummy and we are all big fans of lemonade especially the kids. I like this variation with strawberry.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks so much, Deepa! Hope you all enjoy this!
      Reply
  14. Ashley says

    May 6, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    Yum! This looks delicious! Saving to make these soon!!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      Hi Ashley! As the weather warms up, this is the perfect drink! Thanks!
      Reply
  15. L.C. @ A Life of Authenticity says

    May 6, 2017 at 7:17 pm

    This drink sounds so refreshing! Oh and I fell in love with prickly pair drinks when I went to AZ. Thanks for the recipe!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      Hi L.C.! Isn't prickly pear delicious?! Thanks so much for your note!
      Reply
  16. bel says

    May 6, 2017 at 9:24 pm

    This looks so refreshing. I just want to be that mint leaf lounging in the fresca agua. Lol. Lovely recipe
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Hahaha! Yes, that would be fabulous! Thanks so much and enjoy!
      Reply
  17. David Elliott says

    May 7, 2017 at 2:58 pm

    That does look yummy. I know I have seen them a lot in the Spanish markets here, but I didn't know how to make it at home. Thanks for the recipe.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      Hi David - They're really easy to make! I hope you get to try it! Thank you!
      Reply
  18. Natasha says

    May 8, 2017 at 3:22 am

    This looks and sounds so refreshing! Perfect for celebrating!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks, Natasha! Cheers!
      Reply
  19. Amrita says

    May 8, 2017 at 4:29 am

    Strawberry and mint sound delicious and cool.Perfect for the summers.Love the colors in the drink!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:41 pm

      Thanks so much, Amrita! Yes, color and flavor in one glass
      Reply
  20. Alayna says

    May 8, 2017 at 3:32 pm

    That's crazy that you just posted this. I just made the same thing with watermelon yesterday! SOOOOOO GOOD. Everyone loves it and it's pretty healthy as well!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:40 pm

      Oooo! That sounds really good, Alayna! Great minds think alike! Can't wait to try a watermelon version!
      Reply
  21. Cameron - Diary of a Southern Millennial says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:11 pm

    This looks so delicious and refreshing! I'll definitely need to try making it for our next get-together.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:39 pm

      Thanks, Cameron! It's really tasty! Hope you enjoy!
      Reply
  22. Fatima Torres says

    May 8, 2017 at 5:36 pm

    Yum! Love how delicious this looks and refreshing. I'll have to pin it to make on a later date. Thank you for sharing this!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 8, 2017 at 6:38 pm

      Thanks, Fatima! Hope you like it!
      Reply
  23. brittany says

    May 11, 2017 at 7:30 pm

    Sounds great cant wait to try at home!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 15, 2017 at 6:46 pm

      Thanks, Brittany!
      Reply
  24. Emily Bendler says

    May 22, 2020 at 7:32 am

    Oh my goodness, this looks so refreshing!! I love frozen strawberry drink and that hint of mint sounds so good.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:26 pm

      Mmmm! Now I'm craving it again! :)
      Reply
  25. Amber Myers says

    May 22, 2020 at 7:40 am

    I know I'd enjoy this! What a great flavor combo. Perfect to sip on when it's hot out!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:26 pm

      Yes, for sure! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  26. Jenny says

    May 22, 2020 at 6:26 pm

    This looks so amazing and refreshing. Perfect for the plentiful strawberry season that is now upon us.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:25 pm

      Yes, absolutely! I look forward to more!
      Reply
  27. Indya | The Small Adventurer says

    May 22, 2020 at 10:37 pm

    I got a little pang of sadness when I clicked on this post as I thought this was going to be a cocktail, and I can't drink due to my epilepsy, so I was pleasantly surprised to discover that it isn't! This sounds AND looks really delicious As much as I love to experiment in the kitchen, I've actually never given drink recipes a try, but this is really making me want to change that! I'll have to wait until the warmer weather makes its way back around here though, as it is absolutely FREEZING over here in Australia today!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:25 pm

      Ah! It's already really warm in Arizona, USA. We'll have about 4 months of super-hot weather. I'm glad you'll be able to give this recipe a go when it warms up :)
      Reply
  28. Kim Byars Croisant says

    May 23, 2020 at 6:43 am

    You had me at strawberry-mint. I'm growing mint right now and when it's ready, I'm making this drink. I may even add in a few blackberries.
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:24 pm

      Oh, awesome! I love mint! I like your idea to add blackberries, too! :)
      Reply
  29. Angela says

    May 23, 2020 at 1:20 pm

    This sounds like such an amazing drink, I can't wait to try it! Perfect for a hot Summer night...YUM!!!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:22 pm

      Thanks, Angela! I hope you like it!
      Reply
  30. Tisha says

    May 23, 2020 at 3:30 pm

    Oh my gosh this looks so refreshing! Great way to cool down on a hot summer day!
    ★★★★★
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 23, 2020 at 7:21 pm

      Thanks so much! It really is!
      Reply
  31. Christa says

    May 23, 2020 at 9:04 pm

    This looks like a perfect, refreshing treat! It’s triple digits already where I live, so this is a must-try!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 27, 2020 at 5:54 am

      Thanks, Christa! Yes, I'm in Phoenix and it's already hot, hot, hot!
      Reply
  32. Stephanie says

    May 24, 2020 at 1:47 pm

    Talk about a refreshing summer beverage. I love this option, especially for a dry month (which I do pretty frequently). Festive, but non-alcoholic. I'm excited to test it out for myself and my husband!
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 27, 2020 at 5:53 am

      Thanks, Stephanie! I hope you both enjoy this!
      Reply
  33. kileen says

    May 25, 2020 at 11:45 am

    this looks so good and refreshing -- perfect for summer! kileen cute & little
    Reply
    • Patricia says

      May 27, 2020 at 5:53 am

      Thanks, Kileen! Yes - great for the warm weather!
      Reply

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Growing up surrounded by my Italian family it was always, "grab a plate" whenever anyone came to visit. Food was always a celebration, even everyday meals, and I like it that way. I try to make each meal memorable with my recipes for mainly meatless, mostly healthy, and easy-to-make dishes (with sweet treats in between).

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