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Watermelon agua fresca

Just watermelon, lime, a touch of sugar, and water. The best way to use a whole melon.

  • 10 min active
  • Serves 10
  • Tropical & agua frescas
  • Kid-friendly

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Watermelon agua fresca

Instructions

  1. Blend. Blend watermelon with the water until smooth.
  2. Strain. Strain into a dispenser.
  3. Season. Stir in lime juice and sugar to taste.
  4. Serve. Pour over ice with a mint sprig.

Hosting tip: Taste your melon first. A very sweet watermelon may not need any sugar.

Make it ahead

Make up to 2 days ahead and refrigerate. Stir before serving.

Great for

Serve it at game day and kids' parties. Planning the whole drink table? See how to set up a mocktail bar, and use the party calculator to figure out how much to make.

What you'll need

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Questions

How long do fresh fruit drinks keep?

Most agua frescas and fruit coolers keep 2 to 3 days in the fridge. Stir before serving, since they separate.

Can I make it for more people?

Yes. Use the servings button next to the ingredients. Every amount updates automatically, from 1 glass up to 200.