Soursop Agua Fresca

1. 1
   prep

   Prepare the soursop.

   1.Cut the soursop in half and scoop out the creamy white pulp into a bowl.

   2.Remove and discard all the black seeds.
2. 2
   mix

   Blend the agua fresca base.

   1.Add soursop pulp, 2 cups of cold water, sugar, and lime juice to the blender.

   2.Blend on high speed until completely smooth and the sugar dissolves, about 45 to 60 seconds.
3. 3
   prep

   Strain the mixture.

   Pour the blended soursop mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a large pitcher. Use a spoon to stir and press the pulp gently, helping the liquid pass through while leaving behind any fibrous bits.

   TIPDon't skip straining — soursop can have tiny fibrous strands that affect the smooth texture.
4. 4
   mix

   Adjust consistency and taste.

   1.Stir in the remaining 1 cup of cold water.

   2.Add a pinch of salt to brighten the flavor.

   3.Taste and add more sugar or lime juice if desired.

   TIPSalt doesn't make it salty — it just makes the fruit taste more like itself.
5. 5
   rest

   Chill before serving.

   Refrigerate the agua fresca for at least 30 minutes or until thoroughly cold.

6. 6
   serve

   Serve over ice.

   Stir the agua fresca well and pour into glasses filled with ice.

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