Iced Mango Lime Saffron Drink with Orange Blossom Water
An original, fragrant, and refreshing drink that blends ripe mango, fresh lime, a light saffron infusion, and a delicate touch of orange blossom water. Served very cold over ice for a silky texture and a balanced floral profile.
Ingredients
- 300 g ripe mango, cubed (approx. 2 cups)
- 500 ml water (divided)
- 0.2 g saffron threads (for infusionar)
- 80 ml fresh lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 45 g honey (ajustar to taste)
- 10 ml orange blossom water (uso culinario)
- 1 g fine salt (realza the sabor)
- 400 g ice (more extra for servir)
- 4 unit thin lime slices (for decorar)
- 8 g mint leaves (for decorar)
Nutrition facts
per serving
Approximate nutritional information. Estimated from the recipe’s ingredients and amounts, using standard reference nutrition values. It may vary with brands, sizes and cooking method. For guidance only; not a substitute for medical or dietary advice.
Allergens
No declared allergens
Instructions
- 1
1. In a small saucepan, heat 120 ml of the water with the saffron threads over very low heat until hot but not boiling, about 175°F/80°C, for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let it steep for 5 minutes.
- 2
2. Place the cubed mango, the remaining water, lime juice, honey, orange blossom water, and fine salt in a blender.
- 3
3. Strain the saffron infusion directly into the blender to capture all of its color and aroma.
- 4
4. Add the 400 g of ice and blend for 30 to 45 seconds, until the drink is smooth, cold, and lightly frothy.
- 5
5. Taste the drink and adjust with a little more honey or a few extra drops of lime juice if desired.
- 6
6. Serve immediately in 4 glasses with extra ice. Garnish each glass with thin lime slices and mint leaves.
Chef tips
For a smoother texture, use very ripe, well-chilled mango. For a more elegant presentation, chill the glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before serving.
Substitutions
You can replace the honey with agave syrup for a vegan version. Orange blossom water can be replaced with 1 teaspoon culinary rose water, using a smaller amount so it does not overpower the drink.
What I used to make it
Generic kitchen tools that work for this recipe. You don’t need to buy anything to make it.
Illustrative imageNinja Professional BL610 Blender
Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Smoothies, sauces and soups
- Easy-to-wash jar
- Check the power and jar size
Illustrative imageVictorinox Fibrox Pro 8" Chef’s Knife
Chopping, slicing and cutting strips
- The knife I use most when cooking
- Chops, slices and cuts into strips
- Keep it sharp and hand-dry it
Illustrative imageTeakhaus Teak Cutting Board
Stable base for chopping
- Stable surface for chopping
- Gentle on your knife edge
- Hand-wash and let it dry
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