Pineapple Jalapeño Agua Fresca (Printable Version)

A bright blend of sweet pineapple, lime, and jalapeño, strained and served chilled over ice.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit & Vegetables

01 - 4 cups fresh pineapple, peeled and cubed
02 - 1 medium jalapeño, seeded (for less heat) and chopped
03 - 1 lime, juiced

→ Liquids & Sweeteners

04 - 3 cups cold water
05 - 2 tablespoons agave syrup or sugar (adjust to taste)
06 - Ice cubes, for serving

# Steps:

01 - In a blender, combine pineapple, jalapeño, lime juice, agave syrup (or sugar), and water.
02 - Blend until completely smooth.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness or spice as desired (add more agave/sugar or jalapeño if needed).
04 - Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove pulp (optional, for a smoother drink).
05 - Serve over ice cubes in glasses. Garnish with pineapple wedges or extra jalapeño slices, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This agua fresca has that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and a gentle heat—just the thing to surprise your guests.
  • You can adjust the spice or sweetness on the spot, making it a personalized summer treat every single time.
02 -
  • Forgetting to taste as you blend can lead to a drink that’s way bolder than planned—start mild and build up the jalapeño if you’re unsure.
  • Letting it chill for a bit in the fridge before serving makes the flavors meld beautifully, making each glass taste a little more balanced.
03 -
  • Blending for an extra 30 seconds makes it ultra-smooth, no matter how juicy the pineapple.
  • Add a touch of lemon juice if your pineapple runs overly sweet—it sharpens up the whole drink.
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