Pineapple Basil Agua Fresca (Printable Version)

A bright blend of pineapple, basil, and lime for a refreshing cool-down beverage.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits & Herbs

01 - 1 medium ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and chopped (approximately 4 cups)
02 - 1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed
03 - 1 lime, juiced

→ Sweetener

04 - 2 to 3 tablespoons agave syrup or honey, to taste

→ Liquid

05 - 3 cups cold water

→ Garnish

06 - Pineapple wedges
07 - Fresh basil sprigs
08 - Lime slices
09 - Ice cubes

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine chopped pineapple, basil leaves, lime juice, and sweetener in blender. Add 2 cups cold water and blend on high until completely smooth.
02 - Pour blended mixture through fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into large pitcher, pressing gently to extract all liquid and remove pulp.
03 - Stir in remaining 1 cup cold water. Taste and adjust sweetness as desired.
04 - Refrigerate for minimum 30 minutes until chilled, or serve immediately over ice.
05 - Pour into glasses and garnish with pineapple wedges, fresh basil sprigs, and lime slices if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal effort
  • Naturally vegan and gluten-free, suitable for most dietary preferences
  • The unexpected pairing of pineapple and basil creates a unique, restaurant-quality flavor
  • Perfectly customizable in sweetness and can be made sparkling
  • Uses simple, fresh ingredients with no artificial flavors or preservatives
02 -
  • Press firmly when straining to extract every drop of flavorful liquid from the pulp
  • Freeze leftover agua fresca in ice cube trays to add to future batches without diluting them
  • Adjust sweetness based on pineapple ripeness and personal preference—taste before adding all the sweetener
  • For the most vibrant color and flavor, use the freshest basil possible and add it just before blending
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving for an extra-cold experience
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