Ingredients:

• 20 tamarindo pods(three packages)
• 2 quarts water
• 1 1/2 cups sugar (or to taste)

Preparation:
Peel the tamarindo pods, removing the veins that run along the sides. Leave the seeds. In medium saucepan, bring one quart water to a boil. Add peeled tamarindo pods. Boil over high heat for approximately 15 minutes, or until the pulp is soft. Remove from heat and let cool until the pulp is ready to handle. Remove seeds from pulp and discard, along with any remaining bits of peel. Empty the saucepan into a blender. Add sugar and blend until liquified. Run the mixture through a strainer, discarding extra pulp. Pour into a pitcher and mix with remaining quart of water. Chill thoroughly before serving. Pour into tall, ice-filled glasses and serve.