Paraben 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 berry before adding the water is what gives this its gorgeous pink-purple hue without muddying the flavor — just clean, lightly fruity water with a citrus lift. For anyone navigating preservatives and synthetic additives in packaged beverages, this is the ultimate workaround: every single ingredient is whole and recognizable. No flavoring agents, no stabilizers, no label-reading required. After a couple of hours in the fridge, the water turns fragrant and subtly sweet, making it a genuinely satisfying alternative to anything that comes in a bottle. Pour it over ice and let the fruit and mint do all the talking.
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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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