Fresh berries, mint, filtered water and sweetener is all that is needed to whip up a refreshing batch of Blackerry Mint Agua Fresca. This natural ‘fresh water’ drink is perfect for non-alcoholic celebrating of Cinco de Mayo or to take the edge of a blistering hot summer day!
If I were to ask what drink is most popular to pair with delicious Mexican food you’d most likely guess a Margarita which arguably is the case.
However for those choosing not to to have a cocktail, Blackberry Mint Agua Fresca is a fantastic choice!
Try Agua de Pina (pineapple water) or Mango Agua Fresca too.
Cinco de Mayo is a perfect reason to enjoy traditional Mexican food and drink to join in the holiday celebration.
Whether it be at home or at a favorite Mexican restaurant, it’s a fun day to relish delicious Mexican fare.
This Blackberry Mint Agua Fresca is a fantastic sipper. Made with fresh berries and mint, the natural flavors are completely thirst-quenching in a gorgeous shade of ruby.
It is not overly sweet, allowing the natural flavors to shine. It’s completely refreshing being mostly water.
This agua fresca recipe can be blended up in 10 minutes allowing a perfect last minute booze-free tribute for a ‘cheers’ on Cinco de Mayo….or any day!
What is Agua Fresca?
Agua Frescas are ‘fresh waters’ made of fruits, flowers, or seeds mixed with water, a bit of sweetener to make a lightly-flavored non-alcoholic drink that is very refreshing.
They are incredibly easy to make and the combinations are limitless!
This delicious Champagne Mango-Lime Agua Fresca recipe is another favorite ague fresca recipe.
Made with Champagne Mangoes, also called Ataulfo Mangos, it has a tropical taste and gorgeous orange color.
Blackberry Agua Fresca Ingredients
Water. Use filtered water if possible. The flavor quality of the water will effect the end flavor of the agua fresca recipe.
Blackberries. Use fresh blackberries.
Lime juice. You’ll need the juice of one lime. I use a handheld juicer which extracts the juice quickly and easily.
Mint leaves. Use fresh mint leaves.
Agave nectar. Used to sweeten the agua fresca. Granulated sugar or honey can also be substituted. Depending on the sweetness of the blackberries, more agave nectar may be needed than the recipe indicates.
How to make Agua Fresca
STEP 1. Blend
Combine all ingredients in a blender. Puree until completely pureed.
STEP 2. Strain
Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any berry seeds and mint leaves.
STEP 3. Serve!
Serve over ice.
How to store Agua Fresca
Store in a sealed glass jar or container (preferably) for up to 72 hours.
Do not add ice to the drink when storing. As the ice melts it will dilute the agua fresca.
Use ice in serving glasses only.
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Originally published: April 30, 2017
Sisley White says
What a super delicious and thirst-quenching drink. Perfect summer drink!
Sharon says
This is the perfect warm-weather refresher. The blackberries and mint go perfectly together.
Brends says
Love this flavor combination. Easy to make. Everyone loved it.
Angela says
What a refreshing drink! Love having a fancy drink without the alcohol. I’ll be sipping these all summer long!
Dannii says
Yum! This is so refreshing. Definitely one for a hot summer day.
Natalie says
Totally refreshing & so tasty!! We go through a lot of blackberries in this house! We love them!
Ginny says
This was delicious! Blackberries are my favorite berry and I can’t believe I’d never made a drink out of them. Thank you!
Stephanie says
So refreshing and super tasty! Thanks for sharing!
Kiwi says
Sounds like a great refreshing drink for the summer! Looks amazing and I love blackberries and the mint is a extra added flavor
Veronica Solomon says
I have never tried that combination, but I bet it tastes great
Louise Bishop says
Wow this looks so tasty. I love homemade drinks like this.
Our Family World says
That drink looks tasty! Blackberries and mint together sure look like a winner to me. This drink can also be tweaked to use whatever fruit you have on hand, but I still think the blackberries and mint is the best combination.
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This looks like a great juice preparation! I am always craving for something to drink that is NOT soda!
Amanda Love says
Lovely drink that’s perfect for celebrating Cinco De Mayo. It’s a special day and it would be nice to celebrate it even if it’s just at home. I think this recipe is a must try!
Hali @daytodayMOMents says
Ohhh I just want to grab it off my screen! Looks amazing.
Janeane M. Davis says
This looks and sounds like a delicious drink. It is always great to make a refreshing drink with seasonal fruits and herbs.
Sarah @ The Outside Family says
Your photos are absolutely gorgeous! I definitely wanted this drink before I even knew the ingredients…lol. But seriously, this does sound like a refreshing drink and perfect the hot and humid summers that will be here before we know it.
Toni Dash says
Thank you Sarah! It’s such a simple drink really. I didn’t realize that either until I wanted to make it for the first time.
Shauna says
This looks so refreshing and delicious! I will have to add a few ingredients to my shopping list this week.
Kathy says
That looks like a delicious drink. That’s something I could really go for right now. I’m going to have to make one of these soon.
TColeman says
This sounds really delicious! I have been meaning to branch out with these type of drinks.
Dawn McAlexander says
That sounds so refreshing. I love my water, but sometimes I want something else to drink. This would be a good one.
Amy Desrosiers says
This recipe is exactly the kind of fresh drink I could go for after the gym. This looks so pretty and totally delicious.
Brianne says
This looks super refreshing! I just love frozen drinks in the springtime!