Tamarind Water

A common sight on the streets of Mexico are cart vendors selling an assortment of fresh cold beverages called aguas frescas. Typically these stands display giant glass jugs filled with a glorious array of colorful concoctions with blocks of ice floating in them. These drinks, also known as aguas de fruta, are mostly made from whatever fresh fruits are in season, blended with water and sugar. Some of the rainbow hues include pink (watermelon), red (jamaica, which is related to