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Mango Melon Agua Frescas

Take advantage of in-season fruit and try this refreshing Mango Cantaloupe Agua Fresca recipe.It’s quick and easy and great to have on hand for hot summer days at home.

I recently had a conversation with a friend about the best places to find Agua Frescas in Atlanta. The location that she recommended is currently closed, but our discussion got me wanting them. So I decided to whip up a pitcher to enjoy this weekend using some fresh fruit I had around the house. The great thing about Agua Fresca is that you can use any fruit you have at home to make this refreshing summertime drink. It’s a quick and easy drink to make that is great for all ages to enjoy! Check out my recipe below.

Mango Melon Agua Frescas

4 cups of filtered water

1 cup of diced cantaloupe

1 cup of diced mango

1/8 cup of cane sugar 

1 lime juiced 

2 sprigs of mint

1 tablespoon of grated fresh ginger

How to Make

Add 2 cups of water, sugar, ginger, lime and fruit to blender. Puree until smooth. Pour puree through a strainer or a cheese cloth to remove excess pulp. Stir in additional water  and add mint. Taste and add additional sugar if necessary. Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.  Garnish with lime wedge or fresh fruit.