Chipotle Agua Fresca Recipe

This sweet, refreshing Copycat Chipotle Agua Fresca Recipe is made with fresh berries, lime juice, and agave and ready in 10 minutes. The bright liquid pours over ice with a beautiful ruby red color. I love making a big pitcher of this on warm summer afternoons.

Restaurant-Quality At Home

I used to buy a large drink every single time I grabbed a burrito bowl. Eventually, I realized I was spending way too much on something I could easily blend myself.

The trick I learned was to strain the blended fruit properly to get that smooth, juice-like consistency. Now, I keep a fresh batch in my fridge all week long.

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Copycat Chipotle Agua Fresca Recipe Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
• 1 cup fresh raspberries
• 4 cups cold water
• 1/4 cup agave nectar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

How To Make Copycat Chipotle Agua Fresca Recipe

1. Blend the berries: Place the strawberries, raspberries, and one cup of water into a high-powered blender. Blend on high until completely smooth.
2. Strain the mixture: Pour the blended berry puree through a fine-mesh sieve into a large pitcher, discarding the seeds.
3. Mix the liquids: Add the remaining three cups of water, agave nectar, and fresh lime juice to the pitcher.
4. Chill and serve: Stir well to combine, chill in the fridge for an hour, and serve over plenty of ice.

Recipe Tips

• Use ripe fruit: The sweeter your berries are naturally, the less agave you will need to add.
• Adjust the sweetness: Taste the mixture before serving and add more agave or a pinch of sugar if desired.
• Do not skip straining: Removing the seeds is crucial for achieving that authentic restaurant texture.

What To Serve With Agua Fresca

This drink pairs beautifully with spicy Mexican dishes. Serve it alongside grilled chicken burritos, loaded nachos, or fresh chips with homemade guacamole.

How To Store

Keep the agua fresca in an airtight pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Give it a good stir before pouring, as natural separation is normal.

FAQs

Can I use frozen berries?
Yes, just thaw them slightly before blending so they process smoothly into a liquid.

What if I do not have agave nectar?
Honey or simple syrup work perfectly as equal substitutions for the agave in this recipe.

Can I make this a sparkling drink?
Simply replace the final three cups of plain water with cold sparkling water just before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 75 kcal
• Total Fat: 0g
• Saturated Fat: 0g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 5mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 18g
• Protein: 1g