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Grab some juicy strawberries and creamy evaporated milk for a super cool pink drink that comes together in about ten minutes. It’s a quick fix when you want to wow your friends and family with something special and fun. This sweet sip always gets people talking at picnics or summer hangouts.
The first time my sister made this at a family picnic, everybody had to try it because it looked so bright and pretty. These days, my niece asks for it every single time she comes over.
Tasty Ingredients
- Condensed milk: Thickens everything up and adds sweetness. You can swap in honey or a sugar-free sweetener if you don’t want it as rich.
- Fresh strawberries: Go for the ripest, best-tasting fruit you can score—they make all the difference. Local and in-season? Even better.
- Water: Gives everything a lighter taste and blends it all together. Filtered works if you want the freshest sip.
- Ice cubes and strawberry slices: Drop some in your glass to make each serving extra fresh and good-looking! Bigger cubes look fancy and keep things cold longer.
- Evaporated milk: This is what makes it velvety and classic. Stick with the plain kind for pure flavor.
Easy Step-by-Step
- Temps to Serve:
- Grab your clean glasses and fill them with ice and strawberry slices. Pour in the finished strawberry milk mixture so it’s chilled and ready to drink right away.
- Sweetness Check:
- Try a quick sip and stir in more condensed milk, a sprinkle of sugar, or your go-to sweetener if you’d like it even sweeter. Give it a good mix so everything blends together.
- Blend It Up:
- Pop cleaned strawberries and a couple cups of water into your blender. Whizz until it’s totally smooth and rosy pink—about one or two minutes. Taste with a spoon before you go on. Smells great, right?
- Prep Your Strawberries:
- Rinse off one pound of berries, pulling off the stems and the tough tops. The riper, the better—sweeter berries mean you’ll need less sugar.
- Choose Your Texture:
- If you want a smoother drink, pour the blended strawberries through a fine sieve into a big pitcher, giving it a little press to get all the juicy bits. Or, just leave it as is for more texture and fiber.
- Mix Up the Dairy:
- Add in both evaporated milk and condensed milk. Stir gently until the mixture is velvety pink, making sure all the milk blends into the strawberries.
- Extra Water, Please:
- Pour in your remaining water. Use a tall spoon and stir from the bottom up, so the layers don’t separate.
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Good-to-Know
- Full of vitamin C thanks to all those strawberries. Milk adds a calcium bonus.
- Keeps kids excited about homemade fruit drinks.
- Want it lighter or dairy-free? Swap in different milk or use less sugar for a simple twist.
My favorite part is tossing in fresh strawberries at the end. Scooping out the sweet fruit always makes me think of picking berries with my grandma. After a sunny day together, we’d always end up making something like this and sharing it.
Storing Leftovers
Pop leftovers in the fridge (covered pitcher works best) and they’ll stay good for about two days. Skip the ice until you serve so it doesn’t get watery. If you’ve got leftover sliced berries, keep them separate in the fridge and toss them in when you’re ready to enjoy so they stay nice and firm.
Swap Options
No evaporated milk? Just use regular milk or switch up for oat or almond if you need it dairy-free. For a different type of sweetness, try maple syrup or agave instead of condensed milk. If you’re using frozen berries, just let the blender run an extra minute so it’s super smooth.
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Ideas for Serving
Pour over some crushed ice for almost a slushie. Dollop a little whipped cream on top if you’re feeling fancy. It pairs perfectly with spicy chips or tacos for a sweet and spicy combo. Or just pack it for your next outdoor lunch!
Fun Origins
This pink agua is a classic in Mexican homes, especially at markets and parties where huge glass jars line the stands. All you need is fruit, water, and a sweetener, and you've got something festive and cool. Every family has a favorite way to blend it, and kids always go for this creamy mix at summer gatherings.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I make this without milk?
For a dairy-free vibe, blend strawberries with water and your fave sweetener. Splash in some lime for a bright kick and leave out the milk altogether.
- → Is it cool to use frozen strawberries?
Absolutely, grab frozen berries if that’s what you have. Just blend them well with water so everything’s silky smooth.
- → What if I want it sweeter or less sweet?
Easy—before you pour, take a little taste. Toss in more sugar or condensed milk until it’s right for you.
- → Any tips for serving?
Serve it up in glasses with lots of ice, and toss a few slices of strawberries on top. Looks pretty and tastes super fresh.
- → Can I stash it in the fridge for later?
You can! Keep it in the fridge, but save the ice for later so it doesn’t get watered down.
- → Are there better-for-you sweetener picks?
Try swapping the condensed milk for honey, monk fruit sweetener, or stevia if you’re after something lighter.