Agua de Piña
Fresh pineapple blended with water. A sweet, sunny agua fresca.
Blended · Highball · Medium · about 3 minutes · alcohol-free
Ingredients
- 8 Pineapple chunks
- 120 ml Cold water
- 10 ml Sugar syrup
- 10 ml Fresh lime juice
- Pineapple wedge (garnish)
Method
- Add 8 pineapple chunks
- Pour 120 ml cold water into the blender
- Pour 10 ml sugar syrup into the blender
- Add 10 ml fresh lime juice
- Add ice
- Blend
- Pour
- Garnish
Tip
Use a very ripe pineapple.
About the Agua de Piña
The agua fresca family. Aguas frescas ("fresh waters") are sold from big glass jars across Mexico and Central America. They are made from fruit, flowers, seeds or grains blended with water and a little sugar. Hibiscus, tamarind and horchata are three of the best loved.
Agua de Piña FAQ
What's in an Agua de Piña?
8 pineapple chunks, 120 ml cold water, 10 ml sugar syrup, 10 ml fresh lime juice, garnished with pineapple wedge.
Does an Agua de Piña contain alcohol?
No. It is completely alcohol-free, so it suits drivers, non-drinkers and anyone pacing themselves.
Should I shake or stir an Agua de Piña?
Neither. Blend it with ice until smooth.
What glass do you serve an Agua de Piña in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
