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Agua de Sandia (Watermelon Water)

A naturally sweet and hydrating Mexican watermelon beverage made with ripe watermelon, water, lime juice, and sugar, ready in under 10 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 45
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 6 cups watermelon chunks about 6 to 8 pounds rind removed
  • 4 cups cold water adjust to taste
  • Juice of 2 to 3 limes about 3 tablespoons
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar or to taste
  • Ice cubes optional, for serving

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Blender or food processor
  • Fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth
  • Large pitcher
  • Wooden spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Glasses for serving

Method
 

  1. Cut a ripe watermelon into chunks and remove the rind and seeds.
  2. Measure about 6 cups of cubed watermelon flesh.
  3. Place the watermelon chunks in a blender and blend on high for 30 to 60 seconds until smooth.
  4. Strain the blended watermelon through a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth into a large pitcher.
  5. Add 4 cups of cold water and stir; adjust water for desired consistency.
  6. Squeeze in the juice of 2 to 3 limes and stir to combine.
  7. Stir in sugar 1 tablespoon at a time, tasting after each addition until desired sweetness is reached.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving or serve immediately over ice.
  9. Garnish with lime slices or fresh mint if desired.

Notes

Chill for at least 1 hour before serving and stir well before pouring into glasses.