Pecan Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Cool, crisp, and endlessly refreshing, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes any ordinary afternoon feel a little more elevated. Thin slices of English cucumber steep right in the pitcher, giving the bubbles a clean, subtly vegetal 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 — floral and bright without overpowering the cucumber. It's naturally free from nuts of any kind, so there's zero label-reading stress here — just simple, whole ingredients you can feel good about. The trick is giving it a proper chill in the fridge before serving, which lets the flavors meld beautifully into every sip. Pour it over a full glass of ice and drop in a few of those cucumber rounds for a presentation that looks far fancier than the effort required. Whether you're hosting a brunch, winding down after a long day, or just trying to drink more water, this is the upgrade your glass deserves.
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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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