Strawberry Lime Agua Fresca

• 120 g fresh strawberries — Fresh strawberries
• 20 g fresh lime juice — Fresh lime juice
• 8 g pure maple syrup — Pure maple syrup
• 226 g chilled potable water — Potable water
• 20 g potable ice cubes — Ice cubes

Method

1. 1Wash, hull, and weigh the berriesRinse the strawberries under cool running water, drain well.Look for: The ingredients are fully prepared and ready for the next action.
2. 2Remove every leafy hullRemove every leafy hull, and then weigh exactly 120 g of edible berries.2 minLook for: The complete measured berry portion is clean, fully hulled, and carries no pooling rinse water.Safety: Use a clean paring knife on a stable board and wash berries immediately before use.
3. 3Blend without strainingAdd the chilled water, lime juice, maple syrup, strawberries, and ice to the blender.Look for: Everything is evenly positioned and ready for the next action.
4. 4Continue blend without strainingSecure the lid and blend on high for 60 seconds.1 minLook for: The agua fresca is evenly pink, fluid, and free of berry or ice pieces.Safety: Keep hands and utensils away from moving blades and unplug before scraping.
5. 5Prepare the serving areaSet out the serving bowl, plate, jar, or container named in the method, and place every prepared component within reach before assembling.Look for: The serving dish and every prepared component are within reach.
6. 6Settle and serve wholeRest the closed jar for 20 seconds, then pour the entire unstrained agua fresca into one 400 ml glass and serve cold.20 secLook for: A bright pink serving fills the glass and no strawberry pulp remains in the blender.Safety: Consume promptly or refrigerate the sealed drink within 2 hours.