Emulsifier 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. Gently pressing each berry before adding the water is the secret move here — it coaxes out that gorgeous pink-purple hue and a subtle fruity sweetness without making things murky. After a couple of hours in the fridge, you're left with something that tastes like summer in a glass. For anyone avoiding additives and emulsifiers, this is the kind of drink that requires zero label-reading — every ingredient is exactly what it says it is, whole and unprocessed. It's a brilliant swap for flavored waters and sports drinks that often sneak in a long list of stabilizers and binding agents. Make a big pitcher on Sunday and you'll be reaching for it all week long.
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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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