Agua de Tamarindo
Tamarind syrup with water and lime. Sweet, sour and tangy.
Built in glass · Highball · Easy · about 2 minutes · alcohol-free
Ingredients
- 30 ml Tamarind syrup
- 150 ml Cold water
- 10 ml Fresh lime juice
- Lime wheel (garnish)
Method
- Ice the glass
- Pour 30 ml tamarind syrup into the glass
- Pour 150 ml cold water into the glass
- Add 10 ml fresh lime juice
- Garnish
Tip
Stir well. Tamarind sinks.
About the Agua de Tamarindo
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 Tamarindo FAQ
What's in an Agua de Tamarindo?
30 ml tamarind syrup, 150 ml cold water, 10 ml fresh lime juice, garnished with lime wheel.
Does an Agua de Tamarindo 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 Tamarindo?
Neither. Build it straight in the glass over ice, then give it one gentle stir.
What glass do you serve an Agua de Tamarindo in?
A highball, about 350 ml. Serve it over ice. No highball? Use any tall, straight-sided glass.
