Barley Free Coconut Water with Cucumber & Ginger
Crisp, cooling, and quietly refreshing, this drink is the kind of thing you'll want to keep on rotation all summer long. Coconut water brings a natural sweetness and light electrolyte boost, while thin cucumber slices and freshly grated ginger add layers of flavor that feel surprisingly sophisticated for such a simple pour. A short ten-minute infusion is all it takes for everything to meld together beautifully — no blender, no fuss. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, drinks can be a sneaky source of hidden additives, but every ingredient here is straightforwardly whole and clean. The optional mint leaves are worth adding if you have them on hand — they push the whole thing into spa-drink territory in the best possible way. It's equally at home alongside a spicy meal, served at a backyard gathering, or just sipped solo on a warm afternoon.
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2 servings
- 2 cups coconut water, chilled
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and grated
- 4–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices and grated ginger to a pitcher or large glass. Pour the chilled coconut water over them.
- 2
Stir gently, then let the mixture rest for 10 minutes so the cucumber and ginger infuse into the coconut water.
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