Barley Free Blueberry Lemon Infused Water
Staying hydrated has never looked this pretty. Fresh blueberries, bright lemon slices, and optional mint come together in a cold pitcher to create a drink that's as refreshing to look at as it is to sip. The trick of gently pressing each blueberry before adding the water is what gives this infused water its gorgeous pink-purple hue without any murkiness — just clean, lightly fruity flavor that builds the longer it chills. Since this is made entirely from whole fruit and water, there's zero concern about hidden grain-based additives or fillers that can sneak into flavored drinks and packaged beverages. It's naturally free of anything processed, which makes it a genuinely worry-free choice for anyone navigating grain sensitivities. Serve it over ice at a summer gathering or keep a pitcher in the fridge all week for an effortless daily upgrade to plain water.
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4 servings
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- 8 cups cold water
- 6 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Gently press the blueberries with the back of a spoon in the bottom of a large pitcher until each berry is just broken open — this releases their color and flavor without turning the water cloudy.
- 2
Add the lemon slices and mint sprigs, if using, to the pitcher.
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