If you've never had fresh guava juice, you are missing out on one of the most floral, sweet, and tropical beverages in the world. It is incredibly popular across Mexico and Latin America, often served over ice as an 'agua fresca'.

Ingredients You Need

• 4 ripe pink guavas, roughly chopped
• 4 cups cold water
• 1/4 cup cane sugar or agave syrup
• Fresh lime juice (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Place the chopped guavas (including the seeds and skin) into a high-powered blender along with the water and sugar.

2. Blend on high for 30-45 seconds. Do not blend for too long, or the hard seeds will completely pulverize and create a gritty texture.

3. Pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a pitcher, using a spoon to push the liquid through while catching the hard seeds.

4. Squeeze in a little fresh lime juice to balance the sweetness. Serve immediately over plenty of ice.

Ingredient Substitutions

If you cannot find fresh pink guavas, you can use canned guava halves in syrup (often found in the Latin aisle of the grocery store), but be sure to omit the added sugar, as the syrup is already very sweet.

Troubleshooting: Why is my Fresh Guava Juice not turning out right?

If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.