BHA & BHT Free Dill Cucumber Seltzer
Crisp, herby, and genuinely refreshing, this sparkling cucumber drink is the kind of thing you'll want to sip on a hot afternoon when plain water just isn't cutting it. Fresh dill and muddled cucumber come together with a squeeze of lemon and a pinch of sea salt to create something that tastes far more sophisticated than the effort involved. Every single ingredient here is whole and unprocessed, which matters when you're avoiding synthetic preservatives like BHA and BHT that sneak into flavored beverages, bottled juices, and even some packaged garnishes. Making it yourself means you control exactly what goes into the glass — no label-reading required. The muddling step is key: it coaxes out the cucumber's natural juice and wakes up the dill so the flavors bloom beautifully once the seltzer hits. A quick five-minute infusion before you pour makes a noticeable difference, giving the drink a clean, layered taste that feels almost spa-like. Serve it over ice with a few pretty garnishes and it's as impressive to look at as it is to drink.
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2 servings
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 6 sprigs fresh dill
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 2 cups plain seltzer water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- 2 thin cucumber slices and 2 dill sprigs, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cucumber slices, dill sprigs, lemon juice, and sea salt in a pitcher or large glass. Muddle firmly with a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon until the cucumber releases its juice and the dill is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes so the flavors infuse.
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