Watermelon Agua Fresca - Refreshing Summer Watermelon Drink

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  • Learn how to make a Watermelon Agua Fresca! Go to foodwishes.blogspot.com/2013/0... for the ingredient amounts, extra information, and many, many more video recipes! I hope you enjoy this easy and refreshing summer watermelon drink!
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  • @foodwishes
    @foodwishes  Před 4 lety +97

    Check out the recipe: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/233795/Chef-Johns-Watermelon-Agua-Fresca/

    • @badder27com
      @badder27com Před 4 lety +1

      Your a funny guy came for refreshment left wit a smile

    • @giantkiwi2.052
      @giantkiwi2.052 Před 4 lety +2

      I did it with half watermelon one pomegranate a lemon and some orange juice powder stuff and tiny bit of sugar.. Mum said it was best drink he has ever had

    • @skeletordanzig4999
      @skeletordanzig4999 Před 4 lety +1

      @@giantkiwi2.052 your mum's a he?

  • @willyb933
    @willyb933 Před 6 lety +2928

    I tried it with two cups of Vodka and it was very memorable but I can't remember why.

    • @TheDrunkCook111
      @TheDrunkCook111 Před 5 lety +28

      willyb933 thanks for the idea, im gonna try this lol

    • @ItIsMeTime123
      @ItIsMeTime123 Před 5 lety +90

      Incase ya didn't know, it's a joke from CesCooking (Sandra Lee) where she says to pour ~2 shots of vodka and DUMPS LOKE 1/4 OF THE FUCKING BOTTLE HOLYJESUS

    • @tronixfix
      @tronixfix Před 5 lety +5

      Sounds familiar

    • @ginafriend1690
      @ginafriend1690 Před 5 lety +4

      😅

    • @ermonski
      @ermonski Před 5 lety +3

      @Ian McNally break it down Camacho

  • @amaduli
    @amaduli Před 8 lety +1510

    In mexico we'd drink Agua Fresca with every single meal in the summer. Melon, Strawberry, Mango, Pineapple, Guava, Guanabana. The distinctive thing I noticed was that it was never very sweet. I don't think they ever added sugar. It quenches thirst much more effectively if it's not very sweet.

    • @amaduli
      @amaduli Před 8 lety +55

      +asdf It's been a while, but i only recall really needing to strain Pineapple (super awful fibers) and Tamarind (pretty rough pulp)

    • @ayyylmao101
      @ayyylmao101 Před 8 lety +49

      Whoaaaaaa! YOU CAN MAKE IT OUT OF TAMARIND?! I only know how to make chutney. My parents tell me that in Pakistan, they would take ripe Tamarinds from the trees and open them and suck them, because Pakistani ones are sour but very nice.

    • @ayyylmao101
      @ayyylmao101 Před 8 lety +9

      (Meanwhile, in Canada)

    • @omarvela3302
      @omarvela3302 Před 8 lety +32

      I never add sugar and it tastes pretty good tho.

    • @josetato
      @josetato Před 7 lety +13

      +Shawn Curtis ohhh Tamarindo is my favorite. Fuck...I'm homesick now

  • @videoxxrecon237
    @videoxxrecon237 Před 8 lety +591

    "couple cups of Vodka" chef John keeping it real since 2013

    • @ChrististKing
      @ChrististKing Před 5 lety +26

      "2 shots of vodka.. - glug glug glug -"

  • @TimothyReeves
    @TimothyReeves Před 3 lety +174

    wow, platinum straw in 2013...Chef John is ahead of his time! He's the Captain Fantastic of not discarding plastic!

  • @LordTwaddle
    @LordTwaddle Před 9 lety +485

    I'd skip the sugar myself and just add a little lime

  • @shanksleroux4494
    @shanksleroux4494 Před 10 lety +400

    Tip: cut watermelon into cubes and freeze it as replacement for ice cubes because it won't melt into water and ruin the drink and the taste won't effect it

    • @h0110w
      @h0110w Před 9 lety +9

      this is a good tip. thx!

    • @legitname6687
      @legitname6687 Před 9 lety +6

      Watermelons are mostly water so I don't think that would work

    • @laxjoh
      @laxjoh Před 9 lety +35

      Legit Name Yeah but if you use watermelon cubes it won't dilute the drink with bland water as when you use ice cubes.

    • @notmyuseristolethis
      @notmyuseristolethis Před 9 lety +73

      Or just freeze some watermelon juice. Whole fruit might get soggy and tear apart.

    • @nicolasfredette8564
      @nicolasfredette8564 Před 7 lety +1

      Shanks LeRoux My head just exploded...

  • @GloriousButt
    @GloriousButt Před 8 lety +635

    This dude's voice and the way he talks is so relaxing and cool.

    • @ejg1132
      @ejg1132 Před 8 lety +4

      Word.

    • @teto19777
      @teto19777 Před 8 lety +4

      +Eunice Gutierez who is he...his voice sounds familiar? does he always post videos maybe thats where I know him from.

    • @ejg1132
      @ejg1132 Před 8 lety +7

      teto19777 he does post videos on food wishes (a you tube channel). His voice is very calm and cool.

    • @shadowandholly
      @shadowandholly Před 7 lety

      Joe Zylstra rude

    • @MrsSanch-xj4px
      @MrsSanch-xj4px Před 6 lety +5

      right?? how creepy are we?

  • @AllenBrosowsky
    @AllenBrosowsky Před 3 lety +41

    I've been enjoying this for several years now and found a very good use for the leftover pulp. I mix it with a little simple syrup (I suppose just sugar might work) and froze it in popsicle moulds. The kids love them.

  • @stuyguy6691
    @stuyguy6691 Před 7 lety +66

    "Simple syrup.... that sounds complicated." I'm dying. Hilarious. 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

  • @Amethyst2042
    @Amethyst2042 Před 8 lety +1401

    where's the cayenne

    • @Greeb750
      @Greeb750 Před 8 lety +5

      Nice fam

    • @adamklam1
      @adamklam1 Před 8 lety +4

      +Ivy Whatsherface he would. lol

    • @vadont
      @vadont Před 8 lety +2

      i didn't realise he didn't use any lol

    • @Brynjar1
      @Brynjar1 Před 8 lety +4

      LMAO

    • @never-one
      @never-one Před 7 lety +32

      He edited the scene out.

  • @donbasuradenuevo
    @donbasuradenuevo Před 8 lety +514

    99 people without platinum straws disliked this.

    • @Honu_19
      @Honu_19 Před 8 lety +2

      111 now...

    • @Robert-sm3vq
      @Robert-sm3vq Před 7 lety +1

      124 now.

    • @maromorostar6621
      @maromorostar6621 Před 7 lety +1

      Ikr

    • @JesseCohen
      @JesseCohen Před 7 lety +15

      144, and they aren't platinum per se. Those are the steel straws places like Starbucks sold until some over caffeinated consumer stabbed the inside of their face, and they were recalled. Because "for the children", I think. In reality, the aforementioned children had likely discovered they made excellent blowgun barrels, and shortsighted parents complained... #parentsjustdontunderstand

    • @bountyhunter7528
      @bountyhunter7528 Před 7 lety

      donbasuradenuevo my penis is Platinum

  • @stacym735
    @stacym735 Před 4 lety +15

    I LOVE doing this with watermelon, with very little sugar. It's fantastic just as it is. To fancy it up, I make a summer punch that blows everyone's socks off. It starts with the same pureed watermelon, only without the water. Fresh mint and strips of lime zest are infused in the simple syrup, and the juice from the peeled lime is added -- that mixture can be made ahead of time and kept in the fridge. Then it's finished with club soda before serving. I leave it up to guests to spike it if they choose to, but I think it ruins it.

  • @s0phisticate
    @s0phisticate Před 11 lety +14

    After watching this video, I've made this three time already! My whole family loves this, and I cannot get enough. I even use the white parts that aren't as sweet, and add a little extra simple syrup. I also tried using just sugar instead of simple syrup, but the sweetness tasted kind of fake, whereas the syrup enhanced the sweetness of the watermelon. I'm going to try this with mint leaves tomorrow, thank you for this video :)

  • @mackeyboiii1257
    @mackeyboiii1257 Před 2 lety +5

    This was such a lifesaver last summer. Honeydew agua fresca was also incredible. Thanks Chef John!

  • @nt7519
    @nt7519 Před 4 lety +1

    I've only just found this video and I love this guys voice and diction. As refreshing as the watermelon!

  • @mrsub4subb
    @mrsub4subb Před 9 lety +39

    That colour is SO GORGEOUS :)

  • @kittyvalium6517
    @kittyvalium6517 Před 8 lety +218

    This great with a bit f squeezed lime and some codiene.

  • @MrTobi013
    @MrTobi013 Před 5 lety +2

    It's so simple and delicious looking! I need this right now and am totally going to make this!

  • @JoachimVampire
    @JoachimVampire Před 4 lety

    i found your channel a few days ago. but to be honest, at this point i just like your videos the second i find them. the quality, the puns, the directions, the recipes... everything is great!!!

  • @ch3rryp3psi
    @ch3rryp3psi Před 10 lety +11

    "that's fine.. i guess"
    chef john your sassiness is what i live for

  • @stepchildofsoul
    @stepchildofsoul Před 4 lety +15

    "You are the Dr. Fink of your watermelon drink!"
    "You are the Melissa Etheridge of your summer beverage!"

  • @mrs.w5539
    @mrs.w5539 Před 9 lety +1

    I just made this and it was delicious. Thank you Chef John

  • @cole1
    @cole1 Před 3 lety

    This channel picks the most amazing recipes. Wonderful taste!

  • @ladya1953
    @ladya1953 Před 5 lety +59

    My daddy loved his watermelon ice-cold and sprinkled with salt!
    Wonder how this would be served in a salt-rimmed glass?

    • @harpodjangorose9696
      @harpodjangorose9696 Před 5 lety +17

      Add lime and tequila. A perfect watermelon margarita.

    • @valtinapaz
      @valtinapaz Před 5 lety +8

      Tastes great with a lemon tajin rimmed glass 👍

    • @UrGoing2GetHopOns
      @UrGoing2GetHopOns Před 4 lety +2

      I can't eat watermelon without salt but I need mine too be room temp or a little warmer. My teeth are toooo sensitive for ice cold melons 😖

    • @paulnels108
      @paulnels108 Před 2 lety +3

      salt salt is a must have for watermelon...

    • @bernadettehynes-cafferkey3917
      @bernadettehynes-cafferkey3917 Před 2 lety

      @@paulnels108 agree

  • @pixymae
    @pixymae Před 9 lety +68

    This stuff is great to mix with lemonade

    • @adoozer766
      @adoozer766 Před 2 lety

      Luke, I was aroused by the video, you just gave me wood!

  • @gloriadunn1151
    @gloriadunn1151 Před 5 lety

    Love your videos, thanks for getting right to the point.

  • @alexxis143
    @alexxis143 Před 10 lety +1

    I just made this and its so delicious! Straining it makes such a difference, very smooth. It's chilling now, can't wait for my family to try! Oh & i did not need to add additional sugar it was sweet enough just like that;) thank you for this vid!

  • @AngelaJonesBeauty
    @AngelaJonesBeauty Před 5 lety +38

    "You are the hefe to your aqua fresca". Lol!

  • @nlnooonln
    @nlnooonln Před 9 lety +42

    you make everything sound amazing the way you speak

  • @Lola839
    @Lola839 Před rokem

    Holy crap CJ - This is amazingly good. My children are drinking it with joy right now.

  • @Dmt4030
    @Dmt4030 Před 10 lety

    This channel saved my favorite restaurant, thanks Chef John

  • @frovlog
    @frovlog Před 10 lety +3

    This is a very tasty and refreshing drink (I've made it several times)!! I added fresh lemon juice and it tasted even more refreshing! Thank you!

  • @hirakmondal6174
    @hirakmondal6174 Před 8 lety +250

    i have watched all your videos mate...can i have your platinum straw now?

  • @robertliehr4366
    @robertliehr4366 Před 3 lety

    I love your presentation style, thanks for the video!

  • @MrByronoscos
    @MrByronoscos Před 4 lety

    I just Love this guy!

  • @Hypatia4242
    @Hypatia4242 Před 6 lety +47

    "couple cups of vodka" ...wow, that would liven up the office picnic.

    • @lifetodamax
      @lifetodamax Před 4 lety

      I have your profile pic on my Wall. Weird.

  • @tinatitan8737
    @tinatitan8737 Před 5 lety +5

    You have a nice soothing voice. I tried the drink and it was amazing. You got a sub from me.

  • @SaltySirenFloriduh
    @SaltySirenFloriduh Před 5 lety

    Agua de sandia and agua de pepino are my fave summertime drinks 🍹😻

  • @lizewwvusang
    @lizewwvusang Před 7 lety

    made this yesterday, so refreshing and delicious!

  • @ormand3000
    @ormand3000 Před 3 lety +7

    Thank you John. I bought a bad watermelon (bad texture) from Walmart and was going to throw it away but then I remembered your recipe. This is an excellent case use for spoiled or poor quality fruits 🍉👍

  • @kuruptzZz
    @kuruptzZz Před 10 lety +3

    oh wow, thanks! I ran into this just when I was thinking about the giant half watermelon remaining in my fridge...I'm getting thirsty just looking at this awesomeness

  • @ngatiramona
    @ngatiramona Před 8 lety +1

    I love you! Going to try this, thank you so much for the recipe. Looks delicious!

  • @lanier67
    @lanier67 Před 4 lety

    Fantastic! Wish it was longer, it is so well done!

  • @zazudmaris8863
    @zazudmaris8863 Před 3 lety +14

    And seven years later this is now relevant in my life. (Migrated to a hotter part of the country now)

  • @hammersfund7373
    @hammersfund7373 Před 5 lety +12

    You can do this with almost any fruit! Including mango, papaya, cantaloupe. Also, you can avoid adding the sugar and reduce it in a saucepan. It should intensify the flavor without adding sugar, as well as thickening it.

  • @mr.g1616
    @mr.g1616 Před 3 lety

    Sounds like a tasty summer treat.

  • @chefykitty
    @chefykitty Před 8 lety

    Definitely going to have to make this this summer!

  • @MM-ob8ti
    @MM-ob8ti Před 8 lety +12

    Dam, makes me want to go out and get a watermelon to make this agua fresca.

  • @7477238
    @7477238 Před 10 lety +53

    What If I used carbonated water in place of the plain water so I can make this sort of fizzy?

    • @bobosynth6327
      @bobosynth6327 Před 10 lety +73

      Quit playin' dumb, you know it would be absolutely awesome...

    • @JamesDZH
      @JamesDZH Před 10 lety +13

      you blend the carbonated water you will lose all the bubbles inside

    • @lucaslucas9950
      @lucaslucas9950 Před 10 lety +26

      JamesWen91 you could blend the watermelons itself then mix it with the carbonated water

    • @darklord2626
      @darklord2626 Před 10 lety +8

      OR you could do it this way and at the end to like 2/3 juice and 1/3 carbinated water. it would make it fizzy and it would also taste like the watermelon juice :p

    • @MrMZaccone
      @MrMZaccone Před 9 lety +3

      Or you could make it like in the video and then carbonate it with a 2 liter bottle and a little dry ice.

  • @gmock9427
    @gmock9427 Před 3 lety

    I just love listening to you.

  • @crissreznor
    @crissreznor Před 3 lety

    Definitely going to try this - thanks for the upload

  • @steveabitante8220
    @steveabitante8220 Před 4 lety +3

    "REFRESHING" IS THE WORD OF THE SUMMER BEAT THE HEAT!

  • @arucardhelsing6551
    @arucardhelsing6551 Před 5 lety +7

    This made me so thirsty watching this being poured.

  • @jcs1025
    @jcs1025 Před 3 lety

    I used to work in Brownsville, TX near the border. One of the stands that set up daily sold many flavors of these....delicious.

  • @rea5690
    @rea5690 Před 2 lety

    I just made this! Oh wow! So much more than just flavored water. So delicious!!!!! 😁

  • @WeAreMovieMakers
    @WeAreMovieMakers Před 9 lety +12

    Simple surp.

  • @miapdx503
    @miapdx503 Před 5 lety +4

    Just in time for summer! I'm so happy. 😏 Just a sprig of mint!

  • @tubecrazy65
    @tubecrazy65 Před rokem

    OMG this looks amazing and delicious

  • @serpentcode666
    @serpentcode666 Před 10 lety +1

    I grew up drinking all kinds of agua frescas,Strawberry,Rice (orchata),Watermelon,cantaloupe etc....this video takes me back

  • @moog500
    @moog500 Před 5 lety +63

    Nobody:
    Saudi blender: 1:37

  • @almahdi2016
    @almahdi2016 Před 5 lety +3

    Am I the only one watching this in Ramadan ?

  • @DiamondTeardrop6
    @DiamondTeardrop6 Před 10 lety +1

    THIS LOOKS AMAZING I NEED IT.

  • @ceelsrose7242
    @ceelsrose7242 Před 8 lety +1

    love that voice and presentation style!

  • @HappyCat3096
    @HappyCat3096 Před 5 lety +16

    I've seen this done with cantaloupe. I imagine honeydew would also be excellent.

  • @korgusborkin4646
    @korgusborkin4646 Před 8 lety +293

    They drink soda and end up dead.
    BUT I'VE GOT A WATERMELON INSTEAD!

  • @zcdel9192
    @zcdel9192 Před 5 lety

    Thanks, Chef! Didn't think of making a simple syrup. Great tip.

  • @itzajdmting
    @itzajdmting Před 2 lety

    Beautiful video, I can't wait to try this!

  • @josephorossi
    @josephorossi Před 5 lety +13

    i would skip the sugar and skip the water and just drink it straight.
    this is still probably 🔥 tho

  • @muckymucks
    @muckymucks Před 9 lety +3

    I agree that watermelon juice is one of life's great pleasures but all that effort isn't necessary. I use a NutriBullet to blend the watermelon so maybe that's the difference since the watermelon doesn't become so pulpy.
    Anyway, all I do is cut the watermelon in half and put them in the refrigerator over night. Then when I want a drink, I scoop the amount I want, blend it for about 5 seconds and then pour. That's it. It's pure watermelon juice. And when it's cold it's delightful. I could drink a whole gallon of the stuff.

  • @sharonzamarka3503
    @sharonzamarka3503 Před 7 lety

    oh Hell yeah!! I've been searching for a watermelon drink......yum!!

  • @conemssum41
    @conemssum41 Před 7 lety +1

    your voice is just so soothing

  • @leyley1970
    @leyley1970 Před 9 lety +4

    Hi Chef when I make it I use the whole melon.. then I freeze half of it in ice cube trays. use the the cubes in the drink..

    • @daphnerodriguez9980
      @daphnerodriguez9980 Před 7 lety

      POWERFUL " WATER MELONS LIME JUICE 💜🍋●BROWN FAMILY. Daphne Cotton.

  • @armandopina739
    @armandopina739 Před 8 lety +40

    I also like it with cucumber and key lime juice

    • @samuelellis1316
      @samuelellis1316 Před 8 lety +1

      mmmm

    • @armandopina739
      @armandopina739 Před 8 lety +1

      +Samuel Ellis :-d

    • @venomf0
      @venomf0 Před 7 lety

      Armando Piña what is key lime juice

    • @merrygirl111
      @merrygirl111 Před 7 lety +3

      El Pingu Key limes are small, super tart limes popular in Florida. Great for key lime pies & other yummy stuff. I get them seasonally here in Texas.

    • @venomf0
      @venomf0 Před 4 lety

      @@merrygirl111 lol and I live in Miami I shoulda known

  • @pinkyesenia76
    @pinkyesenia76 Před 10 lety

    Excellent! I tried it and my family is delighted!

  • @vinayakkumar4564
    @vinayakkumar4564 Před 10 lety +1

    Wow, thanks for making me hungry, and now thirsty.

  • @mapleleafedge
    @mapleleafedge Před 8 lety +36

    >simple serrp!

  • @Mario-sx2lm
    @Mario-sx2lm Před 8 lety +16

    Tiene buen acento en español c: , ha pensado en hacer tacos de canasta ? Son la exaltación del infarto al miocardio ... hechos comida.

  • @immalou3050
    @immalou3050 Před 6 lety

    The way this guy talks makes the video so much better

  • @bolobalaman
    @bolobalaman Před 3 lety +2

    I try one at Church of the Collective gatherings , love it !!

  • @jordcoleman93
    @jordcoleman93 Před 8 lety +5

    On a hot day you use the pool, BUT I GOT WATERMELON TO KEEP ME COOL.

  • @CandisSarwan
    @CandisSarwan Před 5 lety +4

    You can make some ice cubes with the watermelon mixture to keep your drink from getting watery.

  • @barbsnyder480
    @barbsnyder480 Před 5 lety

    That looks great!

  • @joec.9591
    @joec.9591 Před 3 lety

    This. Is. Fabulous. !!

  • @wakrusgumbo
    @wakrusgumbo Před 3 lety +3

    When life gives you melons. Make melonade!

  • @addiforras
    @addiforras Před 7 lety +5

    I like your voice. It's a nice voice. Nice man.

    • @Linda-oi4pj
      @Linda-oi4pj Před 6 lety

      Very phone voice very patronizing

  • @debralunn6331
    @debralunn6331 Před 5 lety

    John I so love your humour. .... you have me laughing out loud.
    Love it.....

  • @ZIALANDER63
    @ZIALANDER63 Před 7 lety

    This is sold at our local swapmeet as well as cantelope juice wirh chunks of original fruit. Some Mexican restaurants in town are starting to offer it now. Hope it catches on as its my favorite drink now

  • @beans1557
    @beans1557 Před 4 lety +12

    Imagine this with like just a tad of rum

  • @snowy2817
    @snowy2817 Před 5 lety +6

    I know what youre thinking Simple Syrup Sounds complicated!! LMAO DEAD

  • @shelleyokeeweehow1348
    @shelleyokeeweehow1348 Před 4 lety

    Love the narration 🎶🎵 you sing when you speak 👍😁 cool

  • @AntyTiff
    @AntyTiff Před 4 lety +1

    Thank you for keeping this short and simple. (No pun intended.) Can’t wait to try it. (I hope my silicone straw will do.)

  • @1cbjack840
    @1cbjack840 Před 10 lety +4

    Can you use other melons for this drink, like cantelope or honeydew?

    • @mcjunieb
      @mcjunieb Před 10 lety +1

      I have put over ripe cantelope in the blender with orange juice and it's soooooo good. Nice frothy texture.....almost creamy. And it wasn't nearly as pulpy as you might imagine.

    • @RebeccaBSong
      @RebeccaBSong Před 10 lety +2

      Yep, in fact there are versions of agua frescas with cantalope or honeydew in Mexico and Central America. They are made the exact same way, but you'd have to adjust the sugar/simple syrup to taste as those two fruits can differ widely in terms of sweetness. Enjoy!

    • @EsmeDeLeon100
      @EsmeDeLeon100 Před 10 lety +4

      Yes you can use whatever kind of fruit you like! Pineapple, apples, orange, lime/lemon, you can even use cucumber. I grew up drinking Aguas frescas.

    • @alexcasas7484
      @alexcasas7484 Před 7 lety

      Yes thats the most popular favor

  • @ShifT818
    @ShifT818 Před 8 lety +66

    you can do this with any Melon. I prefer cantaloupe

  • @charlibaltimore7641
    @charlibaltimore7641 Před rokem

    Oh my...gotta have some!!!!

  • @franmingo1751
    @franmingo1751 Před 4 lety

    Ummmmm good, that is a very tasty drink. Have a safe summer 2020

  • @Vincentiuz
    @Vincentiuz Před 9 lety +5

    I made this the other day, although it tasted good bit it left one hell of a mess

    • @Tj45677
      @Tj45677 Před 9 lety +1

      Lamar E I cant even imagine

  • @benschneider2710
    @benschneider2710 Před 5 lety +7

    “Just practicing for my poetry slam” hah

  • @aemu
    @aemu Před 10 lety

    I made this and added mint too. It's the quenchiest!

  • @liyev
    @liyev Před 9 lety +1

    thank you for the amazing videos!