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    Cantaloupe Agua Fresca

    Aug 11, 2021 · Leave a Comment

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    This easy recipe for cantaloupe agua fresca makes the perfect drink for summer. Using the fruit, lime juice and water you can quickly have a tasty mocktail. I love this agua fresca plain or served with sparkling water.

    a glass of cantaloupe aqua fresca with ice and lime slice with a bottle of aqua fresca behind it

    If you aren't a fan of cantaloupe you can substitute watermelon or honey dew melon. If you are going to add another fruit that is more tart you may need to increase the amount of sweetener you add to the recipe.

    This recipe is a great way to use leftover cantaloupe that you sliced up and have in the refrigerator. The lovely orange color is perfect to serve at gatherings. This drink is always a hit served very cold over ice during the hot summer months.

    If you are looking for more tasty cold drinks try my Homemade Blueberry Lemonade made with Frozen Blueberries, my Pina Colada Mocktail, my Strawberry Daiquiri Mocktails, or my Homemade Raspberry Lemonade.

    You can find all of my drink recipes here: Gluten Free Drink Recipes

    a glass of cantaloupe aqua fresca with ice and lime slice with a bottle of aqua fresca behind it

    Cantaloupe agua fresca is a light, refreshing beverage that captures the sweet, mellow flavor of ripe melon in every sip.

    This cantaloupe drink is a staple summer beverage in many warm-weather regions, offering a naturally sweet and hydrating alternative to sugary sodas or heavy juices.

    With its smooth texture and vibrant color, this melon agua fresca recipe is a delightful way to enjoy cantaloupe in liquid form—perfect for cooling down on hot days.

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    Ingredients

    • Cantaloupe
    • Lime Juice
    • Granulated Sugar
    • Sea Salt
    • Water

    Instructions

    Put cantaloupe chunks, lime juice, sugar, sea salt and 1 cup of water into your blender. Blend until smooth. 

    Strain the cantaloupe mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth into a jar, pitcher or bottle. Discard the solids.

    Add the remaining 2 cups of water and stir or shake to combine. 

    Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

    Serve over ice. You may want to serve with some sparkling water to add some fizz.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is agua fresca made of?

    Agua fresca is made of water, fruit, lime juice and a sweetener. For this version I used cantaloupe, granulated sugar and also added a bit of sea salt to cut the sweetness just a little. You could easily replace the cantaloupe with watermelon, honey dew or another fruit that you have.

    Depending on how sweet the fruit is you're using you will want to adjust the amount of sugar you add. For this recipe I used ripe cantaloupe which is naturally very sweet. If you want to use fruit that is less ripe or a fruit that is more tart you will want to add more sweetener.

    Does agua fresca have alcohol in it?

    No, this drink is water based and does not contain alcohol. It is very close to a juice and is great for non-alcoholic drinks and to serve to children. If you wanted to you could add alcohol to make a cocktail or sparkling water to cut down on the sweetness.

    How should I store cantaloupe agua fresca?

    I like to put mine in a bottle, but you could also store your agua fresca in a jar with a sealed lid. You can store this cantaloupe agua fresca in the refrigerator for 7-10 days.

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    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 4 cups 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This easy recipe for canteloupe agua fresca makes the perfect drink for summer. Using the fruit, lime juice and water you can quickly have a tasty mocktail. I love this agua fresca plain or served with sparkling water.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 Cantaloupe, peeled, seeds removed and cut into chunks
    • ⅓ cup Lime Juice
    • 1 Tbsp. Granulated Sugar
    • ¼ tsp. Sea Salt
    • 3 cups Water

    Instructions

    Put cantaloupe chunks, lime juice, sugar, sea salt and 1 cup of water into your blender. Blend until smooth. 

    Strain the cantaloupe mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheese cloth into a jar, pitcher or bottle. Discard the solids.

    Add the remaining 2 cups of water and stir or shake to combine. 

    Refrigerate for at least one hour before serving.

    Serve over ice. You may want to serve with some sparkling water to add some fizz.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Drinks
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

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