Agua De Sandia

Cool, sweet, and made with just 3 ingredients, this Agua de Sandia (watermelon agua fresca) is one of the most popular Mexican drinks. Naturally hydrating, full of antioxidants, and no added sugar, just fresh, ripe watermelon in every sip.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Drinks

Cuisine Mexican

Servings cups

Calories 34 kcal

Equipment

Blender
Mesh sieve or cheesecloth
Pitcher

Ingredients

6 cups ripe watermelon, cut into cubes (seedless preferred)
2 cups cold water
1 cup cubed ice
1 tablespoon sweetener (optional, see notes)

Instructions

Wash and cut the watermelon into large cubes. You will need 6 heaping cups of watermelon.
Add the water and watermelon to the blender. Blend for about one minute until smooth.
For little to no pulp, use a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to strain the liquid into a pitcher. If using a high-powered blender, straining should not be necessary. If using a watermelon with seeds, definitely strain to get rid of any extra seeds.
Pour the drink into a pitcher or bottle. Add 1 cup of ice and stir. Do not add too much ice as this will dilute the flavor and sweetness.
Place container in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to an hour until cold.
Store any leftover agua fresca in an air-tight bottle or other container for up to 3 days. The pulp will settle at the bottom so give the bottle a quick shake before serving.

Notes

If the watermelon is ripe enough, it’ll add all the sweetness you need. However, if additional sweetener is desired, you can use your preferred sweetener.
Garnish with a small watermelon wedge, a sprig of mint, or a chamoy and Tajín rim for a spicy twist.
For some delicious variations, mix in juice from one lime or add diced fruit to the pitcher.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 servingCalories: 34kcalCarbohydrates: 8.6gProtein: 0.7gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 4mgPotassium: 128mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 195IUVitamin C: 9.27mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.27mg