Aguapanela Recipe
If you’re a fan of Colombian cuisine or just looking for a new and delicious drink to try, you might want to consider giving Aguapanela a taste.
Aguapanela is a traditional beverage made from panela, a type of unrefined cane sugar. This sweet and refreshing drink is a staple in many Latin American countries, especially Colombia, where it is enjoyed by people of all ages.
How to Make Aguapanela
When I discovered Aguapanela, a Colombian drink, I had to try it. I found a sweet, refreshing drink with a flavor unlike any other.
Since that first taste, I’ve been experimenting with Aguapanela recipes to get the right sweetness and spice. Today, I’ll offer my favorite recipe.
I serve this recipe at dinner parties and on hot summer days. Let’s make this wonderful and unique drink!
Aguapanela Ingredients
- 1 cup of panela
- 4 cups of water
- Ice cubes
Step by Step Instructions to Make Aguapanela
Begin by adding the panela to a medium-sized saucepan.
Add the water to the saucepan and stir to combine.
Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and allow it to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help to dissolve the panela and create a smooth syrup.
After 10-15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Once the mixture has cooled slightly, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove any impurities.
Serve the Aguapanela over ice, and enjoy!
How do I Love to Serve Homemade Aguapanela Drinks
I love Aguapanela over ice with fresh lime juice. This brightens the sweet syrup and makes a refreshing summer drink.
I also like to sprinkle cinnamon on Aguapanela. This makes the drink feel snug and spicy.
Finally, I love Aguapanela in drinks. Mix the syrup with your favorite beverage and fresh fruit or herbs for a tasty and unique drink that will impress your visitors.
Aguapanela Drinks Variations
Spiced Aguapanela: Add a cinnamon stick, a few cloves, and a star anise pod to the water when making the syrup. This will infuse the syrup with warm, comforting spices that are perfect for cold winter days.
Mint Aguapanela: Add a handful of fresh mint leaves to the water when making the syrup. This will give the drink a bright, herbaceous flavor that’s perfect for summertime sipping.
Ginger Aguapanela: Add a few slices of fresh ginger to the water when making the syrup. This will give the drink a spicy kick that’s perfect for settling upset stomachs or warding off colds.
Coconut Aguapanela: Add a can of coconut milk to the water when making the syrup. This will give the drink a creamy, tropical flavor that’s perfect for serving with spicy foods.
Fruit-infused Aguapanela: Add sliced fresh fruit (such as strawberries, peaches, or mangoes) to the water when making the syrup. This will infuse the drink with natural sweetness and a hint of fruity flavor that’s perfect for summertime sipping.
Aguapanela (Sugar Cane Drink)
Ingredients
- 1 cup of panela
- 4 cups of water
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Begin by adding the panela to a medium-sized saucepan.
- Add the water to the saucepan and stir to combine.
- Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once the mixture has come to a boil, reduce the heat to medium and allow it to simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help to dissolve the panela and create a smooth syrup.
- After 10-15 minutes, remove the saucepan from the heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
- Once the mixture has cooled slightly, strain it through a fine mesh sieve to remove any impurities.
- Serve the Aguapanela over ice, and enjoy!
