Mezcal-Spiked Pineapple Agua Fresca

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-27 · Updated 2026-07-27

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Refreshing pineapple agua fresca enhanced with smoky mezcal and a hint of lime, perfect for a light and zesty Oaxacan-inspired drink. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 10 minutes, brings together fresh pineapple chunks, cold water, fresh lime juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 4, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 150 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups fresh pineapple chunks
3 cups cold water
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
3 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 cup mezcal
as needed ice cubes
for garnish fresh mint leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Combine 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks, 3 cups cold water, 1/4 cup fresh lime juice, and 3 tbsp granulated sugar in a blender. Blend on high for 1 minute until smooth and well mixed.
Step 2: Strain the blended mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher, pressing with a spatula to extract all juice and discard pulp.
Step 3: Stir 1/2 cup mezcal into the strained pineapple agua fresca to combine.
Step 4: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the mezcal-spiked pineapple agua fresca over the ice.
Step 5: Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves and serve chilled for a smoky, citrusy refreshment.