Ginger Free Cranberry Orange Infused Water
Tart cranberries and bright orange slices transform a plain pitcher of water into something genuinely refreshing and beautiful. The trick is gently breaking the cranberry skins before adding them to the pitcher — that small step pulls out their deep ruby color and a subtle tartness that pairs perfectly with the sweet citrus rounds. After a few hours in the fridge, the water turns a gorgeous pale pink-red that looks as good as it tastes. So many flavored waters and store-bought infusions sneak in unexpected spice extracts, making them a minefield if you're avoiding certain ingredients — this one keeps things completely clean with just three whole-food ingredients. It's endlessly versatile, whether you're serving it at a brunch table, keeping a pitcher in the fridge all week, or just trying to make hydration feel a little more special. The longer it sits, the more the flavors deepen, so don't be afraid to let it go the full eight hours.
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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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