Watermelon Agua Fresca (with Moroccan Mint Tea!)
Stay cool this summer with a refreshing watermelon agua fresca recipe infused with Moroccan mint tea. This delicious beverage is perfect for hot days and outdoor gatherings. To make it, blend fresh watermelon chunks and brewed Moroccan mint tea until smooth, then add a touch of lime juice and agave syrup to taste. For an adult version, add a splash of white rum to the mix. The sweet and juicy flavor of watermelon combined with the refreshing taste of mint tea makes for a perfect summer drink that everyone will love. This agua fresca is not only delicious, but also hydrating and full of antioxidants, making it a healthy choice for any occasion.
How to Make a Delicious and Refreshing Watermelon Agua Fresca with Moroccan Mint Tea
The sweet and juicy flavor of watermelon combined with the refreshing taste of mint tea makes for a perfect summer drink that everyone will love.
What is an Agua Fresca?
Agua frescas are refreshing Mexican fruity drinks with a squeeze of lime and some form of added sweetness such as honey or agave, sometimes referred to as Mexican watermelon water. Here, I’m making a watermelon and Moroccan mint tea agua fresca that’s perfect for enjoying al fresco. I like to add just a small squeeze of honey, feel free to switch to agave, maple syrup, sugar or homemade simple syrup.
What Does a Watermelon and Mint Agua Fresca Taste Like?
An agua fresca is a seriously refreshing fruit juice drink typically enjoyed in the summer time but can be enjoyed at any time of the year. Agua fresca means fruit water and can be made with any type of fruit. I love using watermelon and mint just like in this recipe with Moroccan mint tea. The taste of watermelon is so naturally sweet and the colour is wonderfully vibrant just like a bright red fruit punch.
If you love vibrant red tropical teas, you may also love this hibiscus flower tea with honey, ginger and lemon. Alternatively, you may also love to make a pitcher of refreshing iced, spiced and spiked hibiscus tea.
Is a Watermelon and Mint Agua Fresca Good for You?
If your agua fresca is made from all natural ingredients then yes, it will be good for you. But beware of the hidden sugars, fruit juices can be high in sugar. If you are making agua frecas at home, you can see exactly what goes inside. I love making my own watermelon and mint agua frescas to control what goes in.
What is Fresh Moroccan Mint Tea Made Of?
Traditional fresh Moroccan mint tea is made from gunpowder green tea and fresh mint leaves, usually spearmint (locally grown nana mint). The tea can be prepared by using either fresh mint leaves or dried mint leaves, various green tea and lots and lots of sugar. Historically, Moroccan Mint Tea was used in a tea ceremony for formal occasions. These days, Moroccan mint tea is enjoyed morning, noon and night. It is a big part of Moroccan culture and is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Moroccan mint tea is usually offered with mini sweet pastries and it’s truly delicious.
For this recipe, you can use fresh Moroccan mint tea, Moroccan mint tea bags or loose leaf tea.
Can you Have Watermelon and Green Tea Together?
Watermelon with green tea is a wonderfully refreshing combination. Together with the added mint from the Moroccan mint tea, this is must for cooling down on hot summery days. Tea can work with so many different flavors and it’s great to experiment with! You may also be interested in the art of tea mixology.
If you love iced tea recipes, you may also love this recipe: how to make a pitcher of iced tea punch with fresh berries, alternatively, if you are looking for a garden time experiment try out this how to make sun iced tea. For the ultimate iced tea recipe,try making a variation of a Long Island iced tea cocktail made with actual tea rather than traditional cola.
Can I Make This Watermelon and Mint Agua Fresca into a Cocktail?
Oh yes! I would highly recommend a dash of white rum in this watermelon and mint cocktail to make it a tipsy tea inspired cocktail. See my video for making this a tipsy agua fresca.
Do I Need to Strain the Watermelon and Mint Agua Fresca Mixture?
This is all down to personal preference, I never really bother to strain the watermelon unless there are lots of seeds. Otherwise, I’m happy to enjoy a slightly pulpy agua fresca. If you prefer it really smooth, go ahead and use a fine mesh strainer to stain any pulp and seeds left behind. This bit is totally up to you.
Can I use any Type of Melon for this Agua Fresca Recipe?
Yes! Feel free to mix it up a little and switch the watermelon for a honeydew melon agua fresca or a cantaloupe agua fresca. You can even use cucumber or coconut water too. All of these make delicious Mexican fruity water!
How to Make a Watermelon Agua Fresca with Moroccan Mint Tea From Scratch
Making this agua fresca from scratch is seriously easy in just a few steps.
Want to make it a tipsy tea cocktail? Add a shot of white rum or coconut white rum!
Want to make it with another type of melon? Go ahead and switch out for honeydew, cantaloupe or gala!
Want to make it a cucumber agua fresca? Go ahead and switch out for peeled cucumber!
Want to make it a coconut agua fresca? Go ahead and switch out for coconut water that’s been frozen into ice cubes!
INGREDIENTS (Serves 1)
1 Heaped Teaspoon of Moroccan Mint Tea (Or 1 Tea Bag)
1/2 Cup (4fl oz) of Freshly Boiled Water
1 Cup of Fresh Watermelon Cubes
1 Tablespoon of Honey/Agave - To Taste
Squeeze of Fresh Lime
Ice to Serve
Shot of White Rum - Optional
Mint Sprigs & Lime Slices to Serve - Optional
METHOD
Brew the Moroccan mint tea in freshly boiled water for 3-5 minutes. Remove the tea bag or tea leaves and set aside to cool completely.
Place all the ingredients into a blender; the brewed tea, watermelon, honey/agave and lime juice. Blend for about 30-60 seconds, until everything is well combined.
Add a shot of white rum (optional) to a glass of ice and pour over the watermelon mixture.
Add mint sprigs and lime slices to look pretty. Enjoy :)
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