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Agua fresca de piña, the drink from the glass barrel
In Mexico, agua fresca is the drink that comes out of a big glass barrel at a street stall: fruit, water and a little sugar. The name means fresh water.
Cantina Rooftop
Drinks
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- Virgin Piña Colada$13
- Virgin Mojito$11
- Phony Mezcal Negroni$12
- Phony Espresso Negroni$12
- Agua Fresca de Piña$8
Fresh pineapple water
- Corona Non Alcoholic · Heineken Alcohol Free$8
- Sodas$6
Please tell your server about any food allergies.
Lighter than juice, on purpose
Those barrels are called vitroleros, and you can read the flavors by color from across the market. Jamaica, tamarindo and horchata are the common ones.
An agua fresca is thinner and less sweet than juice, because it's meant to be drunk in quantity with food. That makes it a good match for anything salty or spicy, and pineapple already has a history with pork in al pastor. Unlike the piña colada, this one leaves you room to keep eating.
Our menu calls it fresh pineapple water, and pineapple is the only flavor listed.
Agua Fresca de Piña: questions
What is agua fresca?
A light, non-alcoholic Mexican drink of fruit, grains or flowers blended with water and a little sugar, sold from street stalls and restaurants.
Does agua fresca have alcohol?
No. It's a soft drink by tradition, which is why it shows up at any hour next to food.
What's in the Agua Fresca de Piña at Cantina Rooftop?
Our menu says: Fresh pineapple water. Tell your server about any allergies when you order.
How much for the Agua Fresca de Piña at Cantina Rooftop?
$8 on our menu right now. See it on the full menu.
When can I order the Agua Fresca de Piña?
It's on our drinks menu. Our hours: Tuesday to Thursday 5pm to 11pm (last reservation 10pm), Friday 5pm to 3am, Saturday 12pm to 3am and Sunday 12pm to 9:30pm. Closed Mondays. We're at 605 W 48th St in Hell's Kitchen. Book a table.