Ingredients

¼ cup papaya, seeded, peeled, coarsely chopped

4 tbsp sugar

2 tbsp lime juice

½ cup water

Preparation

In a blender, smoothly puree measured fruit pulp and juice (a portion at a time, if needed) with sugar and lime juice.

Add flavored fruit mixture to water, then rub through a fine strainer into a large jar or pitcher; discard pulp.

If made ahead, cover and chill up to one week.

As a decorative touch, add slices or chunks of matching fruit just before serving.

Pour the agua fresca over ice cubes into tall glasses.