Walnut Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated has never felt this luxurious. Fresh strawberries and bruised basil leaves steep overnight in cold filtered water, turning a plain pitcher into something that looks and tastes like it came from a spa menu. The trick of gently pressing the basil between your palms before adding it to the pitcher is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out that sweet, herbal fragrance without any bitterness. After a long chill in the fridge, the water turns a soft blush pink and smells absolutely incredible. It's the kind of drink that makes you actually want to hit your daily water intake. Pour it over ice and serve straight from the pitcher — no fuss, no special equipment, just three simple ingredients doing beautiful work together.
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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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