
Bright, jewel-toned, and refreshingly light, this infused water turns a handful of pantry staples into something that looks and tastes genuinely special. Fresh cranberries are gently pressed to release their deep ruby color and tart juice, while thin orange rounds bring a soft citrus sweetness that balances everything out beautifully. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more the flavors meld — a couple of hours gets you a pale blush, but a full eight hours delivers a richer, more aromatic sip. It's the kind of drink that makes a plain glass of water feel like an upgrade without any added sugar or artificial flavoring. For anyone navigating food sensitivities, this recipe is as clean as it gets — just fruit and water, nothing hidden, nothing processed. Pour it over ice straight from the pitcher and let the fruit keep doing its thing as you work through the batch.
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Lightly squeeze or gently press the cranberries between your fingers over the pitcher to break the skins — this releases their juice and color into the water.
Add the cranberries and orange slices to a large 2-quart pitcher, then pour in the 8 cups of cold water.
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