Refreshing drinks are always a go-to staple in summer, and Mexico is a country that provides a wealth of cold drink options that are perfect for the hottest months of the year. One of the best Mexican staples is its “aguas,” a water and sugar-based drink that typically also contains a fruit flavor.
Served on ice and bursting with flavor, Mexico’s “aguas” are a cold and unbeatable summer treat. Here are three varieties of the drink that you should try!
Agua de Jamaica
Hibiscus flower is the main ingredient in Agua de Jamaica, one of Mexico’s most widely-enjoyed beverages. The result is a sort of cold, sweetened hibiscus tea which is equally sweet and tart and oh-so-refreshing.
Agua de Tamarindo
The tamarind is an extremely popular food in Mexico, being found in everything from candies to savory sauces. Agua de Tamarindo uses the pulp of the tamarind to make a sour and sweet drink which will quench your thirst like no other.
Agua de Guayaba
Guava is also commonly used to make “agua” drinks in Mexico, and it’s probably the sweetest and most refreshing of them all. Not only is it tasty, but the guava in this beverage is high in vitamin C and is known for boosting heart health!
