Aloe on the Rocks

August 31, 2009

I haven’t enjoyed Aloe On The Rock [a drink recipe I created for Raw Epicurean Beverages - 101 Fresh Organic Drinks] for some time now. Was I waiting for the perfect day to make this healthy drink again? I got my perfect day in multiples last week and over the weekend. In hindsight, I wish I had thought to take a big bottle of it on the road with me when I was driving back and forth, in and around the Los Angeles area. With temperatures reaching beyond 90 degrees, and the car A/C not working [we need to get that fix pronto], it would have made the sweltering ride just a tad bit more pleasant.

Just thinking about the aloe vera plant makes me thirsty. It is made up of 99% water and contains amino acids, various essential minerals, vitamins, and enzymes. It’s nature’s smart healing succulent juice with loads of benefits that provides us with nutrients, and in small part, helps us to meet our daily water quota. Also consuming aloe replenishes your dietary fiber without over burdening your body.

Aloe On The Rocks is light and refreshing, and tastes like a subtle lemonade. This morning when I made this drink, I used Meyer Lemons, a sweeter variety of lemon that is a cross between a true lemon and a mandarin or sweet orange. Oh and be sure to purchase premium-quality aloe vera juice for best taste and results.

On an experimental note: I plan to try hand filleting an aloe vera leaf and blending it [the inside gel only] along with the other ingredients. I’m not sure if it will become frothy or not [I suspect it might], and I’m not exactly sure how much of the filleted aloe to use to equivalent 2 tablespoons of aloe vera juice. I will report back with the outcome. If you try this or have done this, I would love to here your outcome.

The heat wave that will continue on this week has inspired me to add Aloe On The Rocks to my daily thirst-quenching beverage repertoire, and seek shaded havens.

Aloe On The Rocks

Multiply this recipe – double, triple, … – to make the amount needed. Adjust the amount of the ingredients – more or less – to suit your taste.

1 cup filtered water
2 tablespoons aloe vera juice
1 tablespoon lemon juice, fresh squeezed
1 tablespoon agave
Ice cubes

Pour the water, aloe vera juice, lemon juice and agave into a glass and stir well. Add ice and enjoy. Alternatively, you can use a cocktail shaker. Shake to combine the liquids, and pour it over ice.

Serves 1

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11 Comments so far

Raw.la - Raw Food in The News and Around The Web on August 31, 2009 Monday, 1:30 pm
[...] Aloe on the Rocks [...]
Carol Giambri on August 31, 2009 Monday, 3:09 pm
THANK YOU now that I have massive size aloe vera plants. Their leaves are unbelievably so large I have to find a way to hold this plant up vs. it tipping over.

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Elena on August 31, 2009 Monday, 3:50 pm
I had never had aloe vera juice. Is it sold in health food stores? Do you make your own?
Jennyjen on August 31, 2009 Monday, 4:17 pm
Nice! I haven’t tried this before. It sounds lovely & refreshing.
pixen on September 1, 2009 Tuesday, 5:15 pm
This is so interesting recipe! Another information on how to use Aloe Vera. I have large pots of Aloe Barbadensis and they are growing very well that I had to give young shoots away to my neighbours. I also love the flowers of Aloe Vera. Most of the time, I used it for medicinal purpose and also in stir-fries and soups. Thank you for sharing!
Mari T on September 2, 2009 Wednesday, 5:48 am
I love aloe, its part of my daily regime…most days :)
I use the whole leaf aloe. I fillet the whole leaf, add to 1 liter of water, tbs of msm, lemon and blend. This is a very hydrating drink. I have it first thing in the morning and/or take it with me to the gym. I’ve also added the fillet gel to my smoothies and juices. I consider aloe a superfood. I rub the left over leaves all over my body too. Use it both internally and externally.
Kim on September 2, 2009 Wednesday, 8:03 am
That is an interesting drink I’ll have to try it. Beautiful photo too.
Manuel on September 2, 2009 Wednesday, 8:05 am
Inventive drink. I will order your ebook. Manuel
Super Nutrient Gal on September 2, 2009 Wednesday, 12:14 pm
I just came across your site when searching for raw cashew cream (thank you very much for a great recipe!) What a beautiful site. I will add it to my blog list so that I can keep up to date on everything – like aloe on the rocks. I am looking forward to trying that.

Thanks!
debbie on September 2, 2009 Wednesday, 12:26 pm
Hey girl, this is right up my smoke filled alley!
how did the classes go?
so sorry I could not go..
love deb
Miriam Proefrock on September 7, 2009 Monday, 4:33 am
I have loads of aloe in my back yard and I use it all the time for anything external. I have filleted it and put it in the blender then used it on my hair for gel and used it on my face for moisturizer. It is great and I know how healthy it is but I just cannot drink it!!! The consistency and the bitter taste just sends me over the edge. If you have any suggestions please let me know. Btw, I have mixed it with fresh juice but I can still taste the awful bitter.

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