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Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca

August 4, 2019 by Kathy Hester 20 Comments

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Cool off with a tasty Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca. It is ridiculously easy to make and contains 3 ingredients: pineapple, fresh mint, and water. Just add pineapple, mint, and water to your blender and you’re ready to go!

Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca

What is Agua Fresca?

Agua Fresca is a traditional Latin American drink made of fresh or frozen fruit, water, and usually a sweetener. It reminds me of the sweet and fruity drinks I had as a kid, only agua fresas are made with real fruit.

Does Every Agua Fresca Recipe Have Sweetener in It?

With my agua fresca, I skipped the sweetener and used mint to add a hint a sweetness instead. You can use the sweetener of your choice, to taste if yours still tastes too tart for you.

Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca

Want Even More Fruity Drinks?

This Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca will quench your thirst long, but Strawberry Shrub, Blackberry Mint Lemon Switchel, and Homemade Blueberry Thyme Syrup are also great choices.

What If I Don’t Have Pineapple or Mint?

You can try this Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca with different fruits and herbs. If you use a fruit like strawberries or mango you might have to add some sweetener if the fruit is not ripe and sweet. 

Also you don’t have to do a fruit and an herb. Try mixing fruits or just use a single fruit.

My Fruit Isn’t Sweet Enough, Can I Add a Sweetener?

Of course you can. A liquid sweetener will mix in better at room temperature. But you can still use vegan sugar if you make a simple syrup by adding 1 part sugar to 1 part hot water. Then add as needed to the Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca. That will allow you to sweeten little by little. 

Can I Use Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca As a Cocktail Mixer?

The pineapple mint agua fresca would also be a great base for a grown-up rum cocktail. But mint goes great with gin too. Or mock it into a fancy mocktail by adding a little sparkling water. 

Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca
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5 from 7 votes

Pineapple Mint Agua Fresca

This refreshing drink can be made with any fresh fruit you have on hand. You can also strain it if you don't enjoy the pulp.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time0 mins
Course: drink
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: aqua fesca, mint, pineapple
Servings: 4
Calories: 259kcal
Author: Kathy Hester

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pineapple chunks
  • 3 cups water
  • 25 mint leaves

Instructions

  • Place all the ingredients in your blender and blend until smooth. If you don't have a powerful blender you may want to strain out the pulp.
  • Serve over ice or cold or both!

Nutrition

Calories: 259kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 61g | Vitamin A: 478IU | Vitamin C: 42mg | Calcium: 89mg | Iron: 2mg
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Filed Under: Drinks and Syrups, Gluten-free, Mexican, No Added Oil, Soy-free, Spring, Summer Tagged With: Agua Fresca, drink, green smoothie, Juice, mint, pineapple, smoothie, summer drink

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Comments

  1. Bobbie says

    May 8, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    I love all your cookbooks and blogs! Is the Instant Pot the same as a pressure cooker? Just wondering if I can isr your newest cookbook with my pressure cooker??

    Reply
    • Kathy Hester says

      May 17, 2016 at 7:47 pm

      The Instant Pot has an electric pressure cooker in it. The recipes should work in any electric pressure cooker, but might need to be modified for a stove-top pressure cooker.

      Reply
  2. Letty/ Letty's Kitchen says

    May 9, 2016 at 2:24 pm

    Oh yum–I love agua fresca and will be making this one soon!

    Reply
  3. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    May 9, 2016 at 2:27 pm

    Wow, could this delicious sip be any easier?? Must make…right now!

    Reply
  4. dixya @food, pleasure, and health says

    May 9, 2016 at 5:31 pm

    this sounds sooo refreshing, perfect for this time of the year.

    Reply
  5. Laura says

    May 9, 2016 at 8:28 pm

    I love the combination of pineapple and mint. SO summery and refreshing!

    Reply
  6. Jenn says

    May 9, 2016 at 9:44 pm

    Oh, I would love one of these right now….and then every day this summer! It sounds so refreshing and delicious!

    Reply
  7. Kelly @ TastingPage says

    May 9, 2016 at 10:38 pm

    That looks so refreshing and delicious. Vacation in a glass!

    Reply
  8. Aimee says

    May 10, 2016 at 4:08 pm

    I am dying to drink this right now!

    Reply
  9. Anjali @ Vegetarian Gastronomy says

    May 11, 2016 at 12:21 am

    Ok, I’m seriously trying this next time I buy a pineapple! This sounds amazing and it’s so easy!! Perfect for the summer!

    Reply
  10. Uma ( Simple Sumptuous Cooking) says

    May 11, 2016 at 12:51 am

    I like pineapple! This one is perfect me. Looks refreshing!

    Reply
  11. [email protected] says

    May 11, 2016 at 11:50 am

    I adore pineapple and this sounds so good for refreshments during this hot weather we are having!

    Reply
  12. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes says

    May 12, 2016 at 7:20 am

    Yum! This looks so refreshing! I can’t wait to give it a try 😉

    Reply
  13. Michelle says

    May 12, 2016 at 1:44 pm

    Oh my I’m going to make this right now. Perfect for my weight loos. Thanks

    Reply
  14. Molly says

    May 12, 2016 at 5:52 pm

    What a pretty looking recipe and perfect for summers. I love Agua Fresca and love the combinations you have used.

    Reply
  15. Donna says

    May 13, 2016 at 12:17 am

    Oh yum, this sounds super refreshing and delicious! Perfect for this beautiful warm weather 🙂

    Reply
  16. Gin says

    May 15, 2016 at 12:13 am

    Mmm, pineapple and mint sounds so sweet and refreshing! I’d love a pitcher of these on the back porch this summer.

    Reply
  17. Joann Lakes says

    June 17, 2018 at 7:50 pm

    This is like tepache except it isn’t fermented. If you enjoy this beverage then invest a few days ( almost completely hands off) making tepache. You won’t regret it.

    Reply
  18. Nancy says

    June 18, 2018 at 11:37 am

    Kathy, I received your emails, but the link to the featured recipe never works. So, I usually go over to your website to get the recipe. Just thought you should know. Love your books and recipes so much!! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Kathy Hester says

      June 22, 2018 at 10:07 am

      I think the read more button at the bottom is the best one to click. Mad Mimi is a fickle one 😉

      Reply

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