
There is something genuinely refreshing about a pitcher of fruit-infused water sitting in the fridge, ready to pour whenever you need it. Tart cranberries and bright orange slices slowly release their color and fragrance into cold water, turning a plain glass into something that looks and tastes like it came from a spa menu. The trick of gently pressing the cranberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a big difference, coaxing out that gorgeous pale pink-red hue and a deeper berry flavor. For anyone navigating a seeds-free lifestyle, store-bought flavored waters and infused drinks can be surprisingly tricky — citrus seeds and unexpected botanical additions show up more often than you'd think. Here, every ingredient is straightforward: whole cranberries, orange rounds, and water, with nothing hidden in the mix. A few hours in the refrigerator is all it takes, and the longer it steeps, the more vivid and aromatic the result. Pour it over ice and leave the fruit right in the pitcher so it keeps working its magic all day long.
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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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