Xanthan Gum Free Cucumber Sparkling Water
Crisp, cool, and quietly elegant, this infused sparkling water is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel a little more special. Thinly sliced English cucumber steeps right in the pitcher, lending a clean, fresh flavor that pairs beautifully with the gentle fizz of chilled sparkling water. A few mint leaves pressed just enough to release their fragrance — but not so hard they turn bitter — take the whole thing to another level. Many flavored waters and sodas on store shelves rely on additives and stabilizers that can be a concern for people avoiding certain thickening agents, so making your own is a genuinely smart move. Here, every single ingredient is exactly what it looks like: cucumber, sparkling water, mint, and ice. It needs just a short rest in the fridge to let the flavors meld, and then it's ready to pour over ice and serve. Refreshing, fuss-free, and endlessly sippable.
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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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