Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings8 Servings
Nothing says summer refreshment like a tall glass of Mango Orange Agua Fresca. This naturally sweet, tropical drink is bursting with sunshine flavors and is the perfect way to stay hydrated on warm days. Made with fresh mango, orange juice, and a splash of lime, this vibrant beverage is light, fruity, and absolutely irresistible.
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Heather’s Notes
- This aguas fresca recipe is naturally sweetened with honey, making it a healthier option than soda or processed juices.
- Fresh mango and orange juice bring out a tropical, sunshine-filled flavor that both kids and adults love.
- It comes together in under 10 minutes with just a blender and a few ingredients.
- Perfect for summer parties, backyard barbecues, or simply enjoying on the porch with ice.
- Easily customizable with other fruits, herbs, or sparkling water.
Ingredients to Make Agua Fresca
To make a refreshing pitcher of Mango Orange Agua Fresca, you’ll need:
- Rough chopped mango – Fresh mangoes work best, but frozen (thawed) mango can also be used for convenience. The natural sweetness and creamy texture give the drink body.
- Fresh orange juice – Choose freshly squeezed orange juice for the best flavor. Store-bought juice can work, but make sure it is pulp-free and unsweetened.
- Lime juice – A squeeze of fresh lime brightens the drink and balances the sweetness with a touch of tang.
- Cold water – Essential for creating the light and refreshing consistency of aguas fresca.
- Honey – Natural sweetener that blends beautifully with mango and orange. Adjust to taste depending on how sweet your fruit is.
Substitutions & Variations
- Sweetener alternatives – Replace honey with agave syrup, maple syrup, or simple syrup for a vegan-friendly option.
- Mango swap – Pineapple, peaches, or cantaloupe can replace mango for a different fruit profile.
- Add herbs – Fresh mint or basil makes a refreshing twist.
- Sparkling version – Replace half of the water with sparkling water for a fizzy, festive drink.
- Frozen treat – Pour into popsicle molds and freeze for a hydrating summer dessert.
Find the printable recipe card with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions below.
How to Make
- Blend the fruit – In a high-speed blender, combine rough chopped mango, fresh orange juice, lime juice, and honey. Blend until smooth.
- Add water – Pour in cold water and blend again until fully combined.
- Strain (optional) – For a smoother texture, strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve. This step is optional but recommended if you prefer a pulp-free drink.
- Chill and serve – Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving over ice. Garnish with lime wheels or orange slices.
Tips for Storing
- Store in a sealed pitcher or mason jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Stir before serving as natural fruit separation may occur.
- Avoid storing with ice, as it will dilute the flavor. Add ice only when serving.
- For longer storage, freeze in airtight containers or ice cube trays.
FAQs
Yes, this drink can be prepared a day in advance. Just be sure to stir well before serving, as natural separation may occur.
It’s optional. If you enjoy pulp and thicker consistency, leave it as is. Straining gives a smoother, juice-like finish.
Yes, bottled juice works in a pinch, but freshly squeezed orange juice gives the brightest flavor.
You can add agave, simple syrup, or stevia for natural sweetness.
Yes, freeze it into popsicles or pour into ice cube trays. The cubes can later be blended into a slushy or used to chill drinks without diluting.
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Mango Orange Agua Fresca Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 cups mango, peeled, pitted, rough chopped (about 3)
- 1 ½ cups fresh orange juice, about 3
- juice of half a lime
- 2 ½ cups cold water
- honey or other sweetener, if necessary (I used 1 teaspoon stevia)
Instructions
- Add the mango, orange juice and lime to a blender and puree until smooth. Pass through a fine meshed sieve set over a bowl. Pour into a pitcher and add the water and sweetener, if desired.
- Pour into an ice filled glass and enjoy.
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Hi! I’m Heather
I’m Heather, a recipe developer and content creator based in Vancouver, Washington. I started Farmgirl Gourmet in 2006 because I believed weeknight dinners shouldn’t be boring and gourmet shouldn’t mean complicated. I’m also the co-founder of Spiceology, so safe to say I think about food for a living. Stick around for recipes that actually make it into your regular rotation.
I really love this recipe and hope you will too!
This is perfect for the warm summer weather. I might even add a little shot of vodka to my glass…haha 😉
You know what I still have a whole lots of mangoes here and I am fed up of mango lassies so that is a welcome recipe change which we would for sure enjoy completely!
Sounds so refreshing!
This is incredible looking and so refreshing I bet! I adore Mango!
will be making this soon for family coming to visit!! Great easy Idea 🙂 I am sure my son will adore this too. he likes all things mango.
Agua fresca is like none other – it’s amazing!! I had it for the first time in Mexico on a post high school grad trip – though I had no idea that’s what it was at the time. I still remember how good it tasted. This looks fantastic Heather!
Ay San Fran…I miss living so closing. The food is amazing. I used to frequent a Cuban restaurant and loved it but the diversity is amazing!
I always make watermelon aqua fresca but I am on a mango kick so this is going to happen. Love the idea of it with lime. Yum.