Ingredients

• 5 cups 1-inch cubes peeled ripe pineapple (from 1 large pineapple)
• 4 cups water, divided
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 teaspoons (or more) grated peeled fresh ginger
• Ice cubes
• Ingredient info: Choose a golden yellow pineapple that smells sweet and yields very slightly to the touch.

Instructions

1. Puree pineapple, 1 cup water, and sugar in blender in batches until smooth. Pour into 8-cup measuring cup. Mix in 3 cups water and 2 teaspoons ginger. Cover; chill until cold, about 4 hours. Strain pineapple mixture into pitcher, pressing on solids in strainer. Add more ginger to taste. Fill tall glasses with ice. Pour agua fresca over.