Spice Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when your water tastes like a summer garden. Fresh strawberries and gently bruised basil leaves steep overnight in cold filtered water, turning it a soft blush pink with a flavor that's subtly sweet and herbaceous all at once. The slow infusion in the fridge does all the work — no cooking, no heat, no complicated steps. Because the only flavors here come from whole fruit and fresh herbs, there's nothing hidden to worry about, making it a genuinely clean and refreshing choice for anyone avoiding spices or seasonings. Pouring it over ice keeps everything crisp and cool, and it looks stunning on a table without any extra effort. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like a treat you actually look forward to.
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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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