Creamy Blueberry Agua Fresca

Recipe from Fueled Naturally

Husband-Tested in Alice's Kitchen
Serves 4-5

Creamy Blueberry Agua Fresca is refreshing, easy to make and perfect for sharing, whether you're hosting a summer gathering or just looking to elevate your daily hydration. Garnished with whole blueberries and served over ice, this vibrant drink is as beautiful as it is delicious, making it a standout addition to your plant-based beverage repertoire. We thought it tasted even better the next day, so it's perfect for a make-ahead party drink.

2¼ cups of fresh or frozen blueberries (divided)
1 cup water
Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 Tablespoons)
1 cup raw, unsalted cashews
2½ cups water
1/3 cup pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract 
Good pinch of Kosher or sea salt

Place 1 cup of cashews in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let soak for at least 10 minutes.
Reserve a couple handfuls of blueberries and add the remaining into a blender along with 1 cup water a juice of one lemon. Blend until smooth. Add the blueberry mixture to a large pitcher or large jar.
Strain your cashews and discard the soaking water. Add cashews to blender followed by the 2½  cups water, pure maple syrup, vanilla & salt. Blend on high for 1 minute or until smooth.
Add a couple cups of ice to the jar or pitcher of the blueberry mixture. Then add the reserved blueberries, then pour in the cashew milk. Mix and taste. Add more sweetener to your liking.  

Store the mixture in the fridge.