MSG Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Crisp, cool, 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. It's built on just a handful of clean, whole ingredients — sliced English cucumber, fresh mint, and chilled sparkling water — so there's nothing hidden, nothing processed, and nothing to second-guess. For anyone navigating flavor enhancers and additives in packaged beverages, this is a genuinely satisfying alternative that tastes far more elevated than its simplicity suggests. The trick is giving the cucumber and mint time to infuse in the fridge, which draws out a subtle, fragrant flavor that plain water simply can't compete with. A gentle press of the mint leaves (not a hard muddle) keeps the flavor bright and fresh rather than bitter. Pour it over ice and let a few cucumber slices drift into each glass for a presentation that looks effortlessly put-together. It's the kind of thing guests notice immediately — and then ask you how to make.
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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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