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Easy Cantaloupe Lime Agua Fresca

Published: Jun 26, 2022 by Jennifer

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If you need to cool down on a hot Summer's day, this easy cantaloupe lime agua fresca is a perfect choice. Cool, refreshing and fruity it's a cinch to make with only three ingredients.

eye-level view of cantaloupe lime agua fresca in a clear glass on a brown table with mint and lime.
Cantaloupe Lime Agua Fresca

Agua fresca's are a popular fruit drink in Mexico and literally translated means "fresh water". This non-alcoholic drink uses fresh fruit, and is usually mixed with water, sugar, and other fruits. Here, I paired cantaloupe and lime for a sweet and tropical vibe.

This easy cantaloupe lime agua fresca comes together in minutes and can be made ahead, doubled, and served to a crowd. It makes the perfect brunch drink -and that color? Oh so pretty!

Ingredients

  • Ripe cantaloupe
  • Lime
  • Sugar or sweetener of your choice if your cantaloupe isn't as ripe
  • Water

See recipe card for quantities.

Equipment

You will need a blender for this drink.

Top Tips

  • Your cantaloupe should be ripe. This will provide the sweetest, most intensive flavor. When picking a cantaloupe look for a tan-colored cantaloupe, not green in color. The melon should be firm but not too soft or too hard and there should be no soft or brown spots. Your best test of ripeness will be smelling it. If it smells sweet then it is most likely a winner! Often when the cantaloupe is ripe, there is no need to add additional sweeteners to the drink
  • You can add more or less water as needed
  • Allow the agua fresca to chill in the refrigerator before serving
  • Some recipes call for straining the foam after blending to have a clearer juice. I find that this step isn't necessary, and I don't mind the agua fresca a little thicker
  • Want to make this alcoholic? Don't worry- I won't tell! Try experimenting with your favorite alcohol.

📖Recipe

Eye level view of canteloupe lime agua fresca on a wooden background with mint in the glass

Easy Cantaloupe Lime Agua Fresca

This easy 3 ingredient agua fresca combines cantaloupe and lime for a refreshing summer drink that is delicious as it is pretty! Make it ahead and serve to a crowd.
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Chilling time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 15 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 144 kcal

Equipment

  • blender

Ingredients
 

  • 6 cups ripe cantaloupe, cut into chunks about one medium cantaloupe
  • 1 lime, juiced, plus more for garnishing (optional)
  • 2 tablespoon sugar, or more to taste (optional)
  • 2 cups water, plus more if needed
  • A few sprigs of mint for garnishing (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Combine the cantaloupe, lime, water, and sugar (if using) in a blender and mix until well combined. You will need to do this in batches to not overcrowd your blender. Taste for sweetness. Feel free to add more sugar or water to your liking.
  • Add to a serving pitcher and refrigerate for up to one hour to chill or serve immediately with ice. Garnish with additional lime and mint if using.

Nutrition*

Serving: 1gCalories: 144kcalCarbohydrates: 37.9gProtein: 0.2gSodium: 2mgSugar: 37.6g

*Nutrition information is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. Nutrition information can vary depending on many factors, such as products used, measurements and substitutions, therefore it is recommended that you obtain nutritional calculations based on your own finished recipe.

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  1. Hernan says

    July 08, 2024 at 11:40 am

    5 stars
    Easy to make and quite delicious. And I can testify that it goes mucho bueno with tequila!

    Reply
    • Jennifer says

      July 08, 2024 at 4:47 pm

      Love that you added a little something extra to it!

      Reply
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Oh hey there! I'm Jennifer, the recipe developer, blogger, and food photographer behind Brunch and Batter. I've been a seasoned home cook (and nurse) for over 25 years, specializing in unique breakfast recipes, updated lunch classics, and simple, no-fuss desserts. I'm so glad you found me! Read more...

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