Chilled Pineapple Ginger Agua Fresca
A zesty, tropical twist on classic Mexican aguas frescas—juicy pineapple blended with warming ginger and bright lime. Extra-refreshing for summer basecamps or day hikes.
Equipment
- large water bottle or jug
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks or canned in juice, drained
- 1 inch fresh ginger peeled, thinly sliced
- 3 cups cold water
- 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar or honey
- to taste ice cubes optional for serving
Instructions
- Finely chop pineapple and ginger (or mash with spoon if no blender is available).
- Add pineapple, ginger, lime juice, agave nectar, and water to a large jug or bottle.
- Stir or shake vigorously to blend flavors.
- Let steep for 1 minute; strain if desired.
- Pour over ice cubes for extra chill at camp.
Notes
Pre-chop ingredients at home for quicker prep. Use a sturdy water bottle to shake and infuse. This drink travels well for picnics and trail stops. Discard ginger slices before serving if sharpness is too intense.