Capsaicin Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Cool, crisp, and endlessly refreshing, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes you feel like you're at a spa without leaving your kitchen. Thin slices of English cucumber steep gently in chilled sparkling water, releasing a clean, subtle flavor that's light without being bland. A few fresh mint leaves pressed just enough to wake up their aroma take the whole thing to another level. For anyone avoiding capsaicin, finding a truly flavorful beverage that doesn't sneak in any heat or spice can be trickier than expected — this one is naturally free of any concern, built entirely from fresh produce and fizzy water. The 30-minute infusion time is all the patience you need before pouring it over ice into a glass that looks genuinely impressive. It's perfect for warm afternoons, dinner parties, or just making a regular Tuesday feel a little more special.
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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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