Aqua Fresca
Make sure you are staying well hydrated during the heat waves. I always have a full pitcher of aqua fresca in the fridge, so inviting on a hot day. Recipes featured in The Herbalists Happy Hour.
Instructions
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Aqua Fresca can be made three ways.
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1. Add cut fruit and veggies to a pitcher, fill with water and refrigerate. (my favorite) You can refill the pitcher with water for up to 3 days, then replace the fruit and veggies.
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2. Add cut fruit, herbs, and/or veggies to a pitcher or glass, muddle by pressing down with muddler or wooden spoon, add water and refrigerate.
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3. Blend the fruit, herb or veggie combination in a food processor or mixer, add simple syrup and lemon or lime and press through a sieve to remove pulp. Add water.
Recipe Notes
Flavor ideas:
honeydew/ cucumber/lime/lovage
blackberry/sage
lemon/lime/orange/tarragon
mint/raspberry/cantaloupe
pineapple/mango
pineapple/mint
mango/lime/lemon thyme or lemon verbena
blueberry/basil
peach/rosemary
Lemons, limes, mint, basil, ginger root, lemon balm, lemon verbena, berries, cantaloupe, melons and pineapple are all easy and delicious to work with in your aqua frescas.