Spicy Pineapple and Cucumber Agua Fresca

Serves 4

 

30 minutes or fewer

 

Inspired by the cucumber water served in spas, this agua fresca is mildly sweet with a hint of chile heat. Frozen pineapple cubes can replace ice cubes to chill the cocktails. For a virgin variation, replace the alcohol with water until you're satisfied with the sweetness level.

1 small English cucumber
1/2 Serrano chile, seeds and veins removed
2 1/2 cups pineapple juice
7 Tbs. light agave nectar
3 Tbs. lime juice
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 cup vodka or tequila (8 oz.)
Frozen pineapple cubes, optional

 

Nutritional Information

Per Serving:

• Calories: 322
• Protein: <1 g
• Total Fat: <1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: 49 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Sodium: 8 mg
• Fiber: <1 g
• Sugar: 44 g

Gluten-Free

 

1. Purée cucumber and chile in blender until smooth. Pour mixture through fine strainer, pressing down on solids to extract all liquid. (You should have about 1 cup cucumber juice.)
2. Pour cucumber juice into large pitcher, and stir in pineapple juice, agave nectar, lime juice, and cayenne pepper. 
3. To serve: Pour 2 oz. vodka over ice or frozen pineapple cubes, if using, in tall glass. Top with 1 cup pineapple mixture