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Mango Agua Fresca

Published: Jul 16, 2017 · Updated: Jul 29, 2019 by Mely Martínez

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Mango agua fresca is one of many refreshing Mexican beverages made with ripe fruit and is perfect for summer. Aguas frescas are a popular drink during hot weather or a refreshing treat anytime.

This Agua de mango It's so easy to make at home, too - just blend some fresh mango with water and a bit of sugar, and voila! A tasty and healthy drink that everyone will love.

Agua de Mango

Mango agua fresca in glasses topped with mango slices.

In Mexico, we love to eat mangos just by themselves when they ripen and before they become sweet and golden. It is popular to find street vendors with Mangos not quite ripened with lime juice and ground hot dried pepper; this is a popular street food snack in Mexico (you can find a picture of that in one of my previous posts). We also make desserts, preserves, salads, and drinks, like this Mango agua fresca.

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  • Agua de Mango
  • Frequently Asked Questions About this Mango Drink.
  • How to make Agua de Mango
  • How to choose a Mango
  • What to serve with Mango agua fresca
  • More Authentic Mexican Recipes
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Mangoes are one of my favorite summer fruits because they are delicious and because it brings back childhood memories. When I was about 6 or 7 years old, my cousin and I decided to climb a mango tree at my grandfather's house. While up there, we thought of picking unripe mangos and selling them on a hot summer day.

My grandpa just laughed and let us set up the table and try to sell the mangos. Of course, we didn't sell a single mango that day, and now that I think of it, we might have been better off selling Aguas Frescas instead of those unripe mangos! Too bad we didn’t think of that. I hope you try and enjoy the recipe!

Mango agua fresca in glasses topped with mango slices.

Frequently Asked Questions About this Mango Drink.

Before I share my recipe, I will answer the questions I usually get about this homemade recipe.

What is mango agua fresca?

Agua fresca is a refreshing and delicious drink popular in Mexico and many Latin American countries. It is typically made with ripped fresh mangos, water, and a sweetener like sugar cane, agave syrup, or stevia. Agua de mangs sometimes includes herbs or spices for added flavor. Some popular varieties of agua fresca include watermelon, horchata (rice drink), and jamaica (hibiscus). It is a perfect drink to cool down on a hot summer day and is a healthier alternative to sugary sodas and juices.

Is Mango agua fresca good for you?

Mango agua fresca is an excellent source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy addition to any diet. It is rich in vitamin C and a good source of fiber, which can aid in digestion and promote feelings of fullness. So, yes, mango agua fresca can be good for you in moderation and better than soft drinks!

When is Mango Season?

Thanks to the tropical weather in Mexico, the mango season stretch from February to September. In the USA, mangos appear in grocery stores around May in various colors and sizes. If you live in the USA and make this “Mango Agua Fresca”, you will probably use mangos from Mexico. This is because most of the mangos sold in American supermarkets come from Mexico, a major mango producer. In fact, 23 of the 31 states in Mexico produce mangos! India, China, and the Philippines are other countries with large mangos productions.

Stand in Mexico selling fresh fruit

How to store mango agua fresca

This Mango drink can last up to 3 days in your refrigerator if appropriately stored in a mason jar or container with a tight lid. Make sure you cover it well to prevent the drink from absorbing unwanted smells or flavors from other food in your refrigerator. 

How to make Agua de Mango

To make this refreshing beverage, you only need a few simple ingredients: 

Ingredients

  • Ripe mangos (Ataulfo Mangos are the best)
  • Sugar*
  • Water
  • Ice

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Ingredients to make agua fresca with water, fresh fruit, sugar and ice.

Instructions:

  • Place the peeled & chopped mangos, sugar, and water in your blender. Process until you have a fine and smooth texture.
Fruit being pureed in a blender.
  • Pour in a large pitcher and add the ice cubes. Taste to check sweetness.

Provecho!

Mango agua fresca in glasses topped with mango slices.

Notes:

  • I don’t like using too much sugar, but if you feel it needs more for your taste, add a few extra tablespoons. If you'd instead use honey instead of sugar, that is fine too.
  • I know mangoes come in many varieties; use your favorite mangos for this recipe.

How to choose a Mango

When selecting a mango, don't rely solely on its color and size, just like you would when buying an avocado or a peach. Despite the similar appearance of supermarket mangoes, there are numerous varieties with varying colors and shapes. To choose a mango, gently squeeze it.

A ripe mango will give slightly, a medium-ripe mango will be moderately firm, and an unripe mango will be very firm. It's important to note that mangos can be enjoyed at different stages of ripeness. Their flavor transitions from sour-tart when unripe to naturally sweet when fully ripe.

Stand in Mexico selling fresh fruit

What to serve with Mango agua fresca

Mango agua fresca is an excellent beverage garnished with fresh mangos and mint springs. For a light meal, try my chipotle shrimp tacos or easy ceviche tostada, The light and fresh flavors of seafood make a delightful pairing with mango agua fresca. For a hot summer day, try your mango drink with a side of fresh corn salad for a light and colorful meal.  

More Authentic Mexican Recipes

And in case you would like to try other Mexican mango recipes besides this delicious agua fresca, you can check my other recipes:
Quick Mango Mousse & No Bake Mango Pie

For more agua fresca recipes, check:

  • Tamarind Drink  
  • Papaya Drink
  • Cucumber-Lime Agua fresca 

If this recipe was of any help to you, come back to let me know your experience. Please leave us a comment below and tell us all about it!

-Mely

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📖 Recipe

Agua fresca in glasses topped with mango slices on a serving tray.

Mango Agua Fresca

Mely Martínez
This Agua de mango It's so easy to make at home; just blend some fresh mango with water and a bit of sugar, and voila! A tasty and healthy drink that everyone will love.
5 from 7 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 10 Cups
Calories 58 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Cups of peeled and chopped ripe mangos About 4 Ataulfo Mangos
  • ½ cup sugar*
  • 5 cups of water
  • 3 cups of ice cubes

Instructions
 

  • Place the peeled & chopped mangos, sugar, and water in your blender. Process until you have a fine and smooth texture.
  • Pour in a large pitcher and add the ice cubes. Taste to check sweetness.

Notes

• I don’t like to use too much sugar, so if you feel like it needs more for your taste, add a few extra tablespoons.
• You can use other types of mangos for this recipe.
 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 58kcalCarbohydrates: 14gSodium: 6mgPotassium: 55mgSugar: 14gVitamin A: 355IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 7mgIron: 0.1mg
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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  1. Angie Carral

    June 30, 2021 at 11:08 am

    how long will this hold up in the fridge?

    Reply
    • Mely Martínez

      July 02, 2021 at 1:33 pm

      Hello Angie,
      About 2-3 days.

      Reply
  2. Esther

    April 10, 2018 at 10:17 am

    I am such a fan of aguas frescas! This reminds me of a visit we made to Guanajuato, as a young teenager. I must've drank 3-4 different aguas that day, & this was one of them. Now I can make my own!

    Reply
    • mmartinez

      April 10, 2018 at 10:35 am

      Hello Esther,

      I hope you try the other Aguas Frescas recipes on the blog. Happy day!

      Reply
  3. Shane

    September 25, 2017 at 6:31 am

    5 stars
    Mely,
    I have bookmarked so many of your recipes that I plan on trying when I have some more free time. For now I have only made your Agua de Jamaica and it was delicious, which is why I came to this Agua Fresca recipe! I just wanted to comment and say that I love the information you include on some of your recipes, and this childhood story you shared made me smile 🙂 you sound like such a sweet lady. Thank you for what you do!

    Reply
    • mmartinez

      September 26, 2017 at 1:30 pm

      Hello, Shane,

      Thank you for taking the time to write such a kind comment, I really appreciate it. Enjoy the recipe and I hope you take the time to cook and enjoy it!

      Reply
  4. Nammi

    July 17, 2017 at 2:56 am

    oh yummm... looks so refreshing. have a nice week

    Reply
  5. Jeannie Kezlan

    July 16, 2017 at 3:11 pm

    Thank you Mely, I live in Mexico in the area of many Mango trees so enjoy them almost daily when in season. Right now they are coming to an end until next year. But then we have many papayas and bananas here as well. Thank you for your posts. I really enjoy them.

    Reply
    • mmartinez

      July 16, 2017 at 3:20 pm

      Hello Jeannie,
      Thank you for visiting. Enjoy the last mangos of the season!
      Saludos!

      Reply
    • Allison

      May 25, 2021 at 12:21 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe is so easy and is perfectly sweet! Thanks for sharing 🙂

      Reply

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Hi, I'm Mely Martinez, a former Mexican school teacher, home cook, and food blogger. I moved to the United States about ten years ago, after living in Mexico my whole life. Now I love to share home-style recipes for authentic Mexican food.
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