3. Aguas frescas
Spanish for “fresh waters,” aguas frescas blur the line between water and juice. Oregon State University’s natural and organic dining location, 541, offers complimentary aguas frescas in flavors like pear-lemon-thyme and apple-pomegranate, says Tara Sanders, assistant director of residential dining and catering. With soda fountain sales down 30% since 2010, the university is considering whether to offer or sell aguas frescas in other venues. “We’re into promoting health and wellness, and this is part of our push for nonsugary beverages,” says Kerry Paterson, residential dining and catering director. “It’s a matter of deciding what your values and priorities are as a department.”