Chestnut 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 recipe its gorgeous pink-purple hue without muddying the flavor — just clean, lightly fruity water that tastes like summer. After a couple of hours in the fridge, the lemon infuses every sip with a subtle citrus lift that makes plain water feel genuinely special. Because this is made entirely from whole fruit, fresh herbs, and water, there's zero concern about hidden additives or allergens sneaking in through processed ingredients. It's an effortless pitcher drink that works beautifully for entertaining, meal prep, or just keeping something delicious cold in the fridge all week.
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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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