A Pati Jinich Recipe
Mixed Melon, Lime and Coconut Agua Fresca
16 servings
Agua Fresca de Sandía, Melón, Limón y Coco
Ingredients
- 12 cups (about 1 8-pound watermelon) seeded watermelon, cubed
- 4 cups cantaloupe, cubed
- 2 cups coconut water
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice, (about 6 limes juiced)
- 1 liter seltzer water
- Lime slices, to garnish
- mint leaves, to garnish
To Prepare
- Working in batches, combine the watermelon, cantaloupe, coconut water, honey and lime juice in a blender. Pulse until well pureed. If desired, pass the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer. Refrigerate in a large punch bowl until well chilled, about 2 hours.
- Serve with a splash of seltzer and garnish with lime slices and mint leaves.
