Barley Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Crisp, cool, and endlessly refreshing, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like something special. Thinly sliced English cucumber steeps right in the pitcher, lending a clean, subtly sweet flavor to every sip without any added sugar or artificial ingredients. A gentle press of fresh mint leaves — just enough to wake up their aroma without turning bitter — takes the whole thing to another level. Many flavored sparkling waters and sodas sneak in malt-derived ingredients or grain-based additives, so making your own at home means you know exactly what's in the glass. The recipe couldn't be simpler: combine, chill, and pour over ice when you're ready to serve. It's the perfect thing to set out at a gathering, keep in the fridge on a hot afternoon, or sip alongside a meal when you want something a little more interesting than plain water.
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4 servings
- 1 medium english cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 liter sparkling water, chilled
- 6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
- 2 cups ice
Instructions
- 1
Add the cucumber slices to a pitcher. Add the mint leaves, if using, and gently press them once with a spoon to release their aroma without bruising them.
- 2
Pour the chilled sparkling water over the cucumber and mint. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, until the water is lightly infused with cucumber flavor.
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