This is the best Agua De Pepino you could ever make. Enjoy this delicious, refreshing and easy to make recipe.
Cucumber Agua Fresca
This classic agua fresca is the perfect drink for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or just lounging by the pool on a hot day. It’s refreshing, healthy, and bursting with flavor, making it a crowd-pleaser for everyone.
This is one of my go-to drinks when I’m hosting friends and family as it makes you feel like you’re somewhere in Mexico, it’s like a vacation in a glass! Plus is so easy to make!
Good For You
Did you know that cucumbers are considered superfood?! According to Healthline, cucumbers are super healthy: “It’s high in beneficial nutrients, as well as certain plant compounds and antioxidants that may help treat and even prevent some conditions.”.
Keep the cucumber’s peel as that’s where most of the beneficial nutritional value is found.
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Ingredients
Now, let’s move on to the recipe. This Agua Fresca De Pepino is incredibly easy to make and requires only 3 ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Cucumbers: The secret to that vibrant green color is on keeping the skin. It also provides lots of nutrients and flavor.
- Water
- Sweetener: You can use sugar, agave, maple syrup or honey. For this recipe I’m using white sugar.
- Fresh lime juice: optional to add a little zing to the drink.
You can adapt the recipe to fit your needs. If you don’t want to use refined sugar, you can also use your favorite non calorie sweetener such as Truvia or Stevia.
How to make Agua De Pepino
Making this cucumber drink is even easier than making my beloved Horchata!
This is a visual overview of the steps to make this recipe. See the detailed list of ingredients & instructions in the recipe card below.
- In a blender, add 1 cucumber & 1 cup of water at the time.
- Process until smooth. Repeat process for the rest of the cucumbers.
- Use a fine mesh strainer to keep all of the cucumber pulp out. Push the mixture with a spatula or large spoon to squeeze as much as the juice out. It’s okay if a little bit goes thru.
- Transfer the agua into a jar, add your sweetener and stir.
- Chill the agua fresca in the refrigerator for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together. When you’re ready to serve, pour the drink over ice and garnish with extra mint leaves and lime slices.
Tips and Notes
- The proportions of water to sugar, are completely a matter of taste, so adjust the recipe as you like but my formula is to do: 1 cup of water per cucumber with 2 tablespoons of sugar.
- Storing: Fresh cucumber water should be stored in an airtight container, such as a glass jar or plastic bottle, and refrigerated immediately after it is made. The container should be tightly sealed to prevent air from entering, which can cause the juice to spoil more quickly.
- For best taste: Agua De Pepino should be consumed within 2-3 days after it is made.
Variations for Agua De Pepino
One of the best things of this drink is that it’s so versatile and adjustable according to taste! Here are just a few ways that you can change it up.
- The regular way: Cucumber + Water + Sugar
- With limes: Add 1 lime per cucumber or adjust to taste.
- Sugar Free: Instead of using regular sugar, sweeten it with your favorite non calorie sweetener. Personally I add 1 packet of non calorie sweetener per glass when trying to avoid sugar and this is another option for you!
- Garnishes: Want to make it look pretty when serving it? Use herbs like mint, basil, a sprig of rosemary, slices of cucumber, a slice of lime and even just a cute little flower.
Also enjoy these other Agua Frescas! Agua De Piña, Agua De Sandia & Agua De Jamaica (hibiscus agua fresca)
FAQs
What does agua fresca mean? This simply means fresh water. What it really means in Mexico is that it’s made fresh daily without preservatives!
How long does agua fresca last in fridge? This particular Cucumber drink tastes better if consumed within two days. My best suggestion is for you to make it the day you plan to drink it.
Can I mix it with other fruits or vegetables? You can mix it with peach or apple but the color of the drink will look a little muddy and not this bright green color. My suggestion is to add a couple of celery stalks to make it a superfood smoothie!
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Agua De Pepino (Cucumber Agua Fresca)
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 4 cucumbers washed very well & cut in small chunks (discard the ends)
- 4 cups water divided
- ½ to ¾ cup sugar adjust to taste
- 1 large lime optional
- ⅓ cup Truvia or your favorite non calorie sweetener Note: Truvia is the closest in flavor to real sugar and it dissolves well.
Instructions
- In a blender, add 1 cucumber and 1 cup of water. Blend until smooth.
- Strain mixture through a strainer into a bowl then transfer to a pitcher. Discard the solids.
- Repeat the process with the remaining cucumbers.
- Add the sugar and mix well. If using lime juice, add it at this point and adjust sugar to taste.
- Cover and refrigirate for at least an hour.
- Serve over ice.
Muy Delish Notes:
- Keep the cucumber’s peel as that’s where most of the beneficial nutritional value is found.
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I added a few green grapes to sweeten it up. It was so good my 10 yr old and 1 yr old grandsons loved it. I still added sugar but just a little. Thanks for this soon to be family favorite!
This was such a cool and refreshing drink that does not disappoint! Exactly what I needed on another hot summer day; delicious!
Ooh I am making this ASAP! It is so hot lately so I know that I will be making this on repeat this summer. Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
This drink sounds like the perfect treat for the hot summer months. I might experiment using honey or maple syrup as a sweetener for a healthier spin.
This drink is so refreshing! Perfect for a hot, summer day!
Such a perfectly refreshing drink idea for summertime! This would also be amazing with a little vodka added in. 😉
I like to rim the glass with a little Tajin ?
This was delicious! Thanks Ana 🙂
So delicious and refreshing! I love all the flavors and can’t wait to sip on this during a hot summer day!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review!
I was told to add chia. What do you think
I think it’s a great idea! Chia doesn’t add any flavor plus it’s healthy. Let me know how you enjoy it 🙂
This is just so perfect to make with my homegrown cucumbers. I will be adding a good dash of lime and enjoy with my lunch.
I’m so glad you enjoyed it! And how awesome it is that you grow your own cucumbers? Nice job!
I really love how refreshing this is!! So good!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Light and refreshing! A perfect beverage with or without alcohol.
I agree 100% Angela! xo, Ana
Definitely want to try the sugar free version of t his – it’s so fresh and perfect for summer!
You’ll love it! I don’t think you’ll miss the real sugar. Enjoy!
Refreshing and delicious. Like to have this with brunch. I even add some tequila for that extra kick!
Awesome to hear this! I like it with a little booze myself too lol! Saludos!
Can’t wait to make this agua fresca this weekend! Thank you Ana!
I hope you enjoy it Brenda!