High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Cucumber-Mint Water
Staying away from high fructose corn syrup doesn't mean sacrificing flavor — it just means getting a little more intentional about what goes into your glass. Flavored drinks and bottled waters are notorious for sneaking in sweeteners and additives, but this infused water keeps things beautifully simple with just cucumber, fresh mint, cold water, and ice. The result is cool, clean, and genuinely refreshing, with a subtle herbal brightness that feels almost spa-like. Letting it steep in the fridge for up to two hours deepens the flavor without any added sugar or syrup of any kind. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like a treat, and it looks gorgeous sitting on a table or countertop. Keep the cucumber and mint right in the pitcher as you pour so the infusion just keeps getting better throughout the day.
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4 servings
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices and mint leaves to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the cucumber and mint. Stir briefly to submerge the ingredients.
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