Mango Mint Agua Fresca

Laura B. Martin-Robley

• 3 lbs. firm ripe mangoes
• 4 c. orange juice (fresh squeezed is best)
• 1/2 c. lightly packed fresh mint leaves, rinsed and drained
• About 1/4 c. lemon juice (fresh)
• Ice cubes

Peel mangoes, cut fruit into chunks and discard seeds. In a blender or food processor, in batches, whirl the mangoes, orange juice, and mint leaves and 5 cups water until smoothly puréed. Pour into a pitcher. Stir in 1/4 cup lemon juice, or to taste. Pour agua fresca into ice-filled glasses and garnish with mint sprigs.