Aguas Frescas

I could think of no better way to start the dessert chapter than with three of my favorite aguas frescas (literally “cool waters” or “fresh waters”). These delicious drinks are a perfect way to enjoy a little something sweet as a dessert alternative. I hope you will try all three of these drinks, as they each have their own texture, character, and flavor profile.

If you love creamy, you will love the horchata rice milk drink. It’s sweet, with a touch of cinnamon that your palate can’t help but rejoice over. The watermelon agua fresca is my mom’s favorite—refreshing and perfect for a hot summer day. And if you like spicy, you will love the hibiscus and cinnamon iced tea, made from the poaching liquid from my Hibiscus-Poached Pears. In my household, we waste nothing.