Agua De Guayaba
Agua De Guayaba, or guava water, is a popular Mexican beverage known for its deliciously sweet and tropical flavor. This thirst-quenching drink is made from fresh guavas, water, and a touch of sweetness, often coming from sugar or honey.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- No separate cook time
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- MEDIUM
Ingredients
Quantities are shown as originally provided.
- 6 to 7 fresh ripe guavas
- 4 cups water
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Start by washing the guavas thoroughly. Then, remove the ends and slice them in halves.
- 2
Place the guava into a blender and add the 4 cups water. Blend until you have a smooth puree.
- 3
Using a fine mesh strainer placed over a large container, strain the puree to remove the seeds. Transfer the juice to a pitchen, add the ⅓ cup sugar and mix until it dissolves.
- 4
Squeeze fresh lime juice if using any, mix and taste. If it needs more sugar, add a little bit at the time to your liking.
- 5
Refrigerate the Agua de Guayaba until it's well chilled. Serve in a glass with ice and enjoy!