Nitrate & Nitrite Free Chilled Raspberry Lemon Infused Water
Staying away from nitrates and nitrites doesn't mean settling for plain, boring hydration — this fruit-infused water is proof that the simplest drinks can also be the most refreshing. Fresh raspberries and bright lemon slices do all the heavy lifting here, slowly releasing their natural flavors into cold filtered water overnight for a result that looks as gorgeous as it tastes. Every ingredient is exactly what it appears to be: real fruit, clean water, and optional mint for a little herbal lift. No cured meats, no processed additives, no label-reading required. The slow refrigerator infusion is key — giving everything at least eight hours lets the water turn that beautiful blush pink and pick up a gentle citrus fragrance that makes each glass feel like a treat. It's an effortless pitcher to prep the night before a gathering, a workout, or just a long day when you want something that feels a little special without any fuss.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- ½ cup fresh raspberries
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
- 4 fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Gently rinse the raspberries under cold water and drain. Slice the lemon into thin rounds, discarding the end pieces.
- 2
Add the raspberries and lemon slices to a 2-quart pitcher. Pour the cold filtered water over the fruit.
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