Pear Pomegranate Agua Fresca
This refreshing agua fresca is perfect when you want a cool beverage that’s fruity, colorful, and super easy. Inspired by the traditional Mexican and Central American drinks made with fresh fruit and water, this version blends juicy pears with a touch of honey, then stirs in bright pomegranate juice, fresh orange slices, and a hint of cinnamon. Let it chill so the flavors can mingle, then pour it over ice and add a splash of sparkling water if you like a bit of fizz. It’s the kind of crowd-friendly drink you’ll want to keep in the fridge all week.
Tasty Team
Total Time
1 hr 20 min
1 hr 20 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
10 minutes
10 min
Total Time
1 hr 20 min
1 hr 20 min
Prep Time
5 minutes
5 min
Cook Time
10 minutes
10 min
Ingredients
for 6 (8-ounce) glasses
- 4 Anjou pears or pears of choice, or pear of choice
- 3 cups cold water
- 3 tablespoons honey or sweetener of choice
- 1 large orange, unpeeled and sliced into thin rounds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1.5 cups store-bought pomegranate juice
- ice, for serving
- sparkling water, for serving (optional)
- pomegranate seed, for garnish (optional)
Nutrition Info
- Calories 133
- Fat 0g
- Carbs 34g
- Fiber 4g
- Sugar 27g
- Protein 0g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Peel half of the pears, and remove the stems. Slice the flesh away from the cores, and discard the cores.
- Place the sliced pears, water, and honey in a blender, and process until very smooth, about 2 minutes. (Alternatively, you can strain the blended pear mixture through a fine mesh strainer for a smoother texture.)
- Place the orange slices and cinnamon stick in a 2-quart pitcher. Pour the blended pear mixture into the pitcher, and stir in the pomegranate juice. Refrigerate for 1–3 hours to let the flavors infuse.
- Serve over ice in glasses; optionally, top each glass with a splash of sparkling water and a few pomegranate seeds for garnish.
- Enjoy!
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