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Guava Agua Fresca Drink

Published: Mar 28, 2021 · Updated: Mar 28, 2021 by Mely Martínez

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Agua Fresca de Guayaba (Guava Drink) is a surprisingly refreshing drink that uses only a few ingredients and is quick & easy to make, so you can enjoy it in a matter of minutes!

Guava guayaba Drink
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  • A great souce of Vitamin C
  • Uses for Guavas
  • What other fruits mix well with Guavas?
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In Mexico, we love Aguas Frescas. But you may ask yourself: what are Aguas Frescas? Aguas Frescas are drinks made using a mix of fruits blended with water and sugar, and served with ice cubes. "Aguas Frescas” literally means “fresh waters”, and they are also known in Mexico as Aguas de Fruta or Aguas de Sabor. You can say that, in the end, what it means is a fruit water or fruit drink.

The flavors of these drinks change according to the seasons. If it is Mango season during the spring and summer, you will find Mango Agua Fresca being offered at restaurants, street stands, and of course, made at home.

The same happens with other types of fruits, like watermelon and cantaloupe during the summertime, prickly pears around August to November, and citrus fruits in the wintertime.

Guava Drink

Guavas are a fruit that you will find at the markets from late September to February, and sometimes even up to late March. It is very popular around Christmas time, when it is used as an ingredient for the famous Mexican Christmas Punch. Here in the States, you can find them at Latin or Asian Markets, as well as in large grocery stores in towns with a large Hispanic or Asian population.

A great souce of Vitamin C

One of the great qualities about Guavas is that they are a valuable source of Vitamin C, and are believed to have even higher quantities of it than oranges. In Mexico, it’s not only the Guava fruit that is considered good for your health, but the leaves of the Guava tree, too (they can be used to make tea). So, even though people in Mexico generally drink this Agua Fresca for its delicious and aromatic flavor, it can also help keep you from catching a cold!

Yellow Guavas

Uses for Guavas

Besides making Guava Agua Fresca, guavas are also used to make Guava Paste. Guava paste is enjoyed as a filling in pastries, but it can also be served in slices with pieces of cheese as an after-dinner dessert. Guava Jam, Guava Atole, and Guavas in syrup are some of the many uses for guavas (or “guayabas”, as we call them). There are just so many ways for you to enjoy this sweet and aromatic fruit!

In some cities in Central Mexico, Guava Juice is sometimes offered in restaurants for breakfast when guavas are in season, along with other popular juices like orange or grapefruit. Additionally, some people like to enjoy Guava Smoothies, mixing the Guavas in the same way you would in this recipe, but using milk instead of water (I like using plain yogurt).

Guava Smoothie recipe

What other fruits mix well with Guavas?

In case you want to make some drinks mixing guavas with other fruit, they pair really well with strawberries and apples. They also work well with passion fruit, even Starbucks used to sell a drink with that combination

Guava Agua Fresca Drink

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Instructions:

Guayaba Drink

1. Cut the two ends off each guava, then cut the guavas in half. Place them in a blender along with 2 cups of water and process until they form a puree. Use the whole fruit, no need to peel or remove the seeds.

2. Using a strainer, pour this mixture into a large pitcher. The strainer will help to separate the guava seeds from the puree. (See Note)

3. Add in the rest of the water and the ice cubes, stir in the sugar until it is well dissolved. Serve in glasses and enjoy!

NOTES:

  • If you feel that the drink is not sweet enough for your taste, add more sugar.
  • Many people in Mexico do not strain the guava puree, in order to enjoy all the fiber in the fruit.
  • This recipe renders a large amount of Guava Agua Fresca. If you feel that it is too large an amount, you can reduce the quantities for a smaller amount of servings by using the recipe card option. Where it says “SERVINGS”, simply change the amount to the one you need.
  • One way to enhance this drink is by adding some fresh mint leaves at serving time.
  • As mentioned above, you can find guavas at Latin markets, either fresh when in season, or in the freezer section year-round. You can use those frozen ones to make this recipe, too.
  • There are different types of guavas, some are larger than others and come in different colors like white, light yellow, and pink or deep pink. You can use any of these to make this drink (or smoothies).

Other Mexican recipes using Guavas

Atole de Guayaba

Guava Jam

Guavas Compote

Mexican Christmas Fruit punch

Recipe

Guava guayaba Drink

Guava Agua Fresca Drink

Mely Martínez - Mexico in my Kitchen
Agua Fresca de Guayaba (Guava Drink) is a surprisingly refreshing drink that uses only a few ingredients and is quick & easy to make, so you can enjoy it in a matter of minutes!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 12 Servings
Calories 55 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting Board
  • Knife
  • Blender
  • Strainer
  • Large one gallon Pitcher

Ingredients
  

  • 14 oz Guavas (About 12 medium-size guavas)
  • ½ cup sugar*
  • 8 cups water
  • 2 cups ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Cut the two ends off each guava, then cut the guavas in half. Place them in a blender along with 2 cups of water and process until they form a puree. Use the whole fruit, no need to peel or remove the seeds.
  • Using a strainer, pour this mixture into a large pitcher. The strainer will help to separate the guava seeds from the puree. (See Note)
  • Add in the rest of the water and the ice cubes, stir in the sugar until it is well dissolved. Serve in glasses and enjoy!

Notes

  • If you feel that the drink is not sweet enough for your taste, add more sugar.
  • Many people in Mexico do not strain the guava puree, in order to enjoy all the fiber in the fruit.
  • This recipe renders a large amount of Guava Agua Fresca. If you feel that it is too large an amount, you can reduce the quantities for a smaller amount of servings by using the recipe card option. Where it says “SERVINGS”, simply change the amount to the one you need.
  • One way to enhance this drink is by adding some fresh mint leaves at serving time.
  • As mentioned above, you can find guavas at Latin markets, either fresh when in season, or in the freezer section year-round. You can use those frozen ones to make this recipe, too.
  • There are different types of guavas, some are larger than others and come in different colors like white, light yellow, and pink or deep pink. You can use any of these to make this drink (or smoothies).

Nutrition

Calories: 55kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 11mgPotassium: 138mgFiber: 2gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 206IUVitamin C: 76mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Guava Agua Fresca Drink
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  1. Ali

    March 30, 2021 at 4:38 pm

    Mely, those cups are so cute! Where did you get them?

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    • Mely Martínez

      March 30, 2021 at 6:51 pm

      Hello Ali,
      Those are from a famous Glass shop in Puebla, Puebla-Mexico. Also, the glass pitcher.

      Reply

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