Pineapple Agua Fresca

Agua Fresca, meaning “fresh waters”, is the perfect light and refreshing drink for hot summer days.

Pineapple Agua Fresca

• 1/2 fresh pineapple
• 2 cups (16 oz; 480 grams) water
• 6 Tbsp (120 grams) rich simple syrup
• Juice of 1 lime
• 3/4 tsp flaky salt

Directions:

1. Remove the skin and core of the pineapple and cut it into chunks. 
2. Place all the ingredients in a high powered blender and blend until completely smooth. 
3. Strain the Agua Fresca through a fine mesh strainer to remove all the pulp. 
4. Taste and add more simple syrup, lime juice, and salt as desired. 
5. Serve chilled over ice. 

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Rich Simple Syrup

• 1/2 (120 grams) water
• 1 cup (200 grams) organic cane sugar

Directions:

1. Add the water and sugar to a small pot. 
2. Stir to dissolve the sugar while heating over medium heat.
3. Bring the syrup to a low boil and boil for one minute.
4. Remove from the heat. Allow to cool.
5. Store in a jar in the fridge for a month.

Test Kitchen Notes:

You can swap the simple syrup for any sweetener you prefer. It may not be a one-to-one ratio so, start with a smaller amount and sweeten to taste.