Fish Free Cranberry Orange Infused Water
Bright, jewel-toned, and quietly refreshing, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like something special. Fresh cranberries are gently pressed to crack their skins before going into the pitcher, which coaxes out that gorgeous blush color and a subtle tartness without any added sugar or flavoring. Thin rounds of orange layer in a soft citrus sweetness that balances the cranberries beautifully as everything steeps together in the fridge. The longer it sits — up to eight hours — the deeper and more fragrant the infusion becomes, so it actually rewards a little patience. Every ingredient here is whole and plant-based, making it a completely clean, worry-free option for anyone navigating dietary restrictions around animal proteins. It's the kind of thing you'll want to keep a pitcher of in the fridge all week, ready to pour over ice whenever you need a little something beyond plain water.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold water
- ½ cup fresh cranberries, rinsed
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
For serving
- ½ cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
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.
- 2
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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