Fresh Watermelon Mint Agua Fresca with Lime
A refreshing and easy homemade agua fresca combining sweet watermelon, fresh lime juice, and mint for a perfect summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups (900g) seedless, ripe watermelon chunks
- 10–12 fresh mint leaves, gently bruised
- Juice of 2 limes (about 2 tablespoons or 30 ml), freshly squeezed
- 2 cups (480 ml) cold water
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 ml) honey, agave syrup, or simple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Cut about 6 cups (900g) of seedless watermelon into chunks and remove any seeds.
- Place the watermelon chunks in a blender and pulse until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Pour the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large bowl or pitcher, pressing the pulp gently to extract juice.
- In a serving pitcher, add 10-12 fresh mint leaves and gently muddle with a muddler or wooden spoon to release oils without bitterness.
- Add the freshly squeezed lime juice and 2 cups (480 ml) cold water to the pitcher with the mint and stir gently.
- Taste and stir in 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) of sweetener if desired.
- Add plenty of ice cubes to the pitcher or serve over ice in individual glasses. Garnish with a mint sprig or lime wheel if desired.
Notes
Do not over-muddle the mint to avoid bitterness. Use ripe watermelon for natural sweetness and less added sweetener. Add mint and ice just before serving for best flavor. Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days without mint leaves to prevent bitterness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 ounces (240 ml)
- Calories: 5060
- Sugar: 1214
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 1315
- Fiber: 0.51
- Protein: 0.5
Keywords: agua fresca, watermelon drink, mint lime drink, summer beverage, refreshing drink, homemade agua fresca