Watermelon Agua Fresca
Servings
2
QuartsTrue to their name, watermelons are 92% water, and are a refreshing ingredient in a variety of beverages. Chef Rebecca Peizer from The Culinary Institute of America shows us how to make Watermelon Agua Fresca. It’s delicious on its own, or as the base for a number of cocktails. Chef Rebecca recommends adding rum or tequila!
Ingredients
8 cups Watermelon, seeded, cut into large chunks, divided
1 cup Water
1/3 cup Sugar
¼ cup Lime juice
4 cups Club soda or seltzer water, chilled
to garnish Lime slices
to garnish Watermelon, sliced small wedge
Directions
- Place the watermelon, water, and sugar in a blender, and puree. Pour through a coarse strainer into a large container.
- Stir in the lime juice, and refrigerate until well chilled, about 4 hours.
- To serve, stir in the seltzer water and watermelon cubes, and garnish with lime slices and watermelon wedges.
Watermelon Agua Fresca
Notes
- This Watermelon Agua Fresca is delicious on its own and also pairs well with either rum or tequila to make a tasty watermelon cocktail.Â
