BHA & BHT Free Coconut Water with Cucumber & Ginger
Crisp, cooling, and quietly refreshing, this drink is the kind of thing you'll want to make on repeat once you realize how easy it is. Coconut water brings a natural sweetness and electrolyte boost, while thin cucumber slices and freshly grated ginger steep right into it for a flavor that feels spa-worthy without any effort. A short ten-minute rest is all it takes for everything to meld together beautifully. For anyone navigating synthetic preservative concerns, this recipe is a breath of fresh air — every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, so there's nothing hidden in the label fine print. Store-bought flavored waters and sports drinks are notorious for sneaking in additives, but here you're fully in control of what goes into the glass. Toss in a few mint leaves if you have them on hand and pour it over ice for a drink that looks as good as it tastes.
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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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