BHA & BHT Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying away from synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT can feel surprisingly tricky when even bottled beverages and flavored waters sneak them in. This infused water sidesteps all of that with just three clean, whole ingredients — fresh strawberries, fragrant basil, and cold filtered water. The trick of bruising the basil leaves before adding them to the pitcher unlocks their essential oils, so every sip carries that gorgeous herbal note alongside the sweet, lightly tart strawberry. After a long, slow overnight steep in the fridge, the water turns a soft blush pink and smells absolutely incredible. It's the kind of drink that looks like it came from a spa but takes almost no effort to pull together. Pour it over ice and serve it straight from the pitcher for a refreshing, preservative-free hydration upgrade that works for everyday sipping or impressing guests at a summer gathering.
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4 servings
- 8 medium strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 8 fresh basil leaves
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds. Gently press each basil leaf between your palms once to bruise it slightly and release its aroma.
- 2
Add the strawberries and basil to a large 2-quart pitcher. Pour the cold water over the fruit and herbs.
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