Yeast Free Chilled Strawberry Basil Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when fresh strawberries and fragrant basil are involved. The trick here is bruising the basil leaves just enough to coax out their aromatic oils before they steep overnight alongside the sliced berries, resulting in a drink that's lightly pink, subtly sweet, and genuinely refreshing. No fermentation, no added sugars, no hidden ingredients — just fruit, herbs, and cold filtered water doing their thing in the fridge. It's the kind of drink that looks impressive on a table but asks almost nothing of you in the kitchen. Pouring it over ice straight from the pitcher keeps the infusion clean and the presentation effortless. Whether you're managing dietary restrictions or simply looking for a flavorful alternative to plain water, this is an easy win you'll want to keep on rotation all summer long.
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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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