Refreshing Fresh Peach Agua Fresca Recipe with Easy Chili Lime Rim
A bright and juicy peach agua fresca with a tangy chili lime rim that balances sweetness and spice, perfect for a refreshing summer drink.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium fresh peaches, ripe and juicy
- 4 cups (1 liter) cold water
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 2–3 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste; can substitute honey or agave nectar)
- Ice cubes, for serving
- 1 tablespoon chili powder (for rim; ancho chili powder preferred, cayenne or chili-lime seasoning also works)
- 1 tablespoon coarse salt (for rim)
- Lime wedges, for rimming glasses and garnish
- Optional: fresh mint leaves, for garnish or pitcher
- Optional: sparkling water (replace half the water for a fizzy twist)
Instructions
- Rinse and pit the peaches. Optionally peel by blanching in hot water for 30 seconds and transferring to ice water. Roughly chop into chunks (about 4 cups / 600 grams).
- Add peach chunks, 4 cups cold water, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and 2-3 tablespoons sugar to a blender. Blend on high for about 1 minute until smooth and vibrant peach color.
- Optional: Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a pitcher to remove pulp for a silky texture.
- Refrigerate the agua fresca for at least 30 minutes to chill and let flavors meld. Alternatively, add ice cubes directly to the pitcher if short on time.
- Prepare the chili lime rim by mixing 1 tablespoon chili powder with 1 tablespoon coarse salt on a small plate. Rub the rim of each glass with a lime wedge, then dip into the chili salt mixture to coat evenly.
- Fill rimmed glasses with ice cubes, pour chilled peach agua fresca over the ice, and garnish with a lime wedge or fresh mint sprig if desired.
Notes
Use ripe peaches for best flavor. Adjust sugar based on peach sweetness. Lime juice brightens flavor and balances sweetness. Chill pitcher and glasses for best experience. Rim glasses just before serving to keep rim fresh. Frozen peaches can be used but thaw and drain excess liquid. For a fizzy twist, replace half the water with sparkling water. Alcoholic variations with tequila or mezcal pair well with the chili lime rim.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240 ml) per se
- Calories: 7090
- Carbohydrates: 1822
- Fiber: 12
- Protein: 0.5
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