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    Published: Jul 8, 2022 · Modified: Sep 24, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

    Blueberry Agua Fresca

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    This blueberry agua fresca is such a refreshing summer drink! Light and fruity, it's a healthy drink that feels like such a treat and takes just ten minutes to make.

    Love blueberry drinks? Do see my blueberry raspberry smoothie for an easy breakfast!

    two glasses of blueberry agua fresca garnished with mint on a cream plate.

    Fresh and fruity drinks are perfect for a hot summer day, and especially when a heatwave strikes as it is for us right now! Need to cool down too? For another berry option, you may like to see my blueberry mocktail, or for a tropical vibe my mango ginger mocktail. For a cooling faux coffee, my iced turmeric latte is so tasty!

    This blueberry agua fresca combines just a few ingredients and is so simple to make. It's deliciously fruity, and perfect served over ice for a hot summer day in the garden or by the pool!

    Check out my celery cucumber juice for a light juice option too!

    Jump to:
    • ⭐ Why this recipe is so good
    • 🥤 Ingredients
    • 📖 Swaps and variations
    • ⏲️ Equipment needed
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • 📖 What is the consistency of an agua fresca?
    • 💭 Recipe tips and notes
    • 📋 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍸 More summer drinks
    • 📖 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    ⭐ Why this recipe is so good

    Family recipe. Both adults and kids alike will love this fruity blueberry water drink!

    Fruity and so healthy. The juicy blueberries give so much perfectly sweet flavour, and are packed with goodness.

    Quick and easy. Such a simple recipe, with just ten minutes (max!) spent blending and straining the mixture. Then enjoy!

    🥤 Ingredients

    labelled bowl of blueberries, jug of water, bowl of maple syrup and fresh mint.

    All the ingredients and their quantities are set out in the recipe card below.

    Some notes on a few of them:

    • Blueberries - choose fresh, unbruised berries that are perfectly ripe so they are sweet and juicy.
    • Maple syrup - we use this as an additional sweetener, although you can leave out if you prefer.
    • Still water - you want still water not sparkling, and chilled water is much more refreshing!

    📖 Swaps and variations

    Swap maple syrup for agave syrup. Both work well as a sweetener for the agua fresca.

    Adjust the ratio of water to fruit. The amount of water will be down to personal preference. I suggest using a little, and then adding more to taste. More water will dilute the fruity taste, as will the ice.

    Add lemon juice or lime juice. If it is suitable for you, then add a small squeeze of citrus. This likely isn't suitable for my low histamine readers.

    ⏲️ Equipment needed

    Blender - to blend the berries along with the water and syrup. I use a Nutribullet, but any good high powered blender will work well.

    Strainer - I use a small strainer, usually referred to as a tea strainer or cocktail strainer, that can be placed over a glass. As an alternative, you can use a fine mesh sieve placed over a bowl or a cheesecloth. This may be easier for larger quantities.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    Making this blueberry agua fresca at home is very simple, with just a few steps:

    blueberry agua fresca in a blender with number one in the corner.
    blueberry agua fresca being strained through a sieve with number two in the corner.

    Step 1

    Blend the blueberries, water and maple syrup so that the fruit has broken down, and there are no pieces left (image 1). Have a taste test and add more maple syrup or water to preference, and blend again if required.

    Step 2

    Add ice to your glasses, then strain the mixture into your glasses (image 2). Alternatively use a fine mesh sieve over a bowl and pour into your glasses.

    Personally I find it necessary to 'double strain' the mixture as there is still quite a lot of blueberry skin and pulp going through that makes it froth up. If you like frothy just strain once! If you prefer a more 'liquid' drink, then strain again.

    Step 3

    Garnish with mint leaves and serve immediately.

    📖 What is the consistency of an agua fresca?

    An agua fresca is typically made with fruits with a higher water content such as melons and cucumber. It is thin and liquid in consistency, just like flavoured water, and don't have any thickening ingredients such as smoothies typically do.

    Berries aren't as common for an agua fresca, but I think it works so well! The only difference I have found from using berries is often needing to strain the mixture twice, as some of the blueberry 'pulp' can still get through the sieve and make for a thicker drink. Just strain again for a liquid consistency.

    💭 Recipe tips and notes

    • Use perfectly ripe fruit. You want to have juicy ripe fruit that releases juice and is delightfully sweet. Underripe fruit won't have the same flavour.
    • Blend the drink quite well. I suggest blending until you know the fruit has entirely broken down and become 'pulpy' with no lumps. Should only take ten seconds or so.
    • Use chilled water. For a more refreshing drink on a hot day!
    • Adjust the quantity of sweetener. Add more syrup if you have a sweet tooth!

    📋 Frequently asked questions

    How is an agua fresca different to a mocktail?

    An agua fresca combines fruit and still water, while a mocktail typically uses sparkling water or club soda and less fruit.

    Can you add other fruit to this blueberry agua fresca?

    Yes! You can easily add other berries or fruits. Just keep the quantity overall the same to mix with the water.

    How do you strain an agua fresca?

    There are a few ways to strain an agua fresca. You can use a small strainer placed over your glass, strain through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl or jug, or use a cheesecloth.

    blueberry agua fresca garnished with mint on an ornate cream plate next to blueberries.

    🍸 More summer drinks

    These fruity drinks will soon cool you down! There are also lots of fun ideas on my mocktails page for some fizz and bubbles, such as my elegant pomegranate ginger mocktail and refreshing cucumber mint mocktail. Some more ideas:

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    📖 Recipe

    blueberry agua fresca in two glasses with a glass pitcher in the background.

    Blueberry Agua Fresca

    Claire
    This blueberry agua fresca is light and refreshing, and perfect for summer! Makes two small glasses.
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American, British, Mexican
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 73 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender
    • Strainer or fine mesh sieve

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 cups blueberries
    • ¼ cup fresh water
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
    • ice
    • mint leaves to garnish

    Instructions
     

    • Blend the blueberries, water and maple syrup. Check the consistency and adjust to add more water to preference.
    • Strain through a fine mesh sieve into your glasses. You may need to strain twice for a 'liquid' consistency.
    • Add ice to your glasses, then top with the blueberry juice. Garnish with a sprig of mint and serve immediately.

    Notes

    • As an optional ingredient, you can add a squeeze of lime juice (my low histamine readers will likely not wish to do this).
    • Adjust the amount of water to preference. If you like a more intense flavour keep to ¼ cup water. For more of a blueberry water, add more water. The ice cubes will water it down also, so factor that into your choice.
    • If you do not have a small strainer, then place a fine mesh sieve over a bowl and strain that way. Alternatively you can use a cheese cloth.
    • Please note that nutritional information is offered as a courtesy. It is auto-generated and should be understood to be an estimate.
     
    Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine
    All ingredients score 0 on the SIGHI list. Note that the optional citrus is high histamine. The drink is flavourful without it!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 3gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 60IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 0.3mg
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