Vegan Fruit-Infused Water
Staying hydrated has never looked this good. Bright citrus rounds, cool cucumber slices, and a handful of bruised fresh mint turn a plain pitcher of water into something genuinely refreshing and beautiful on the table. The simple trick of clapping the mint between your palms before adding it to the pitcher unlocks its essential oils, giving the whole drink a subtle, aromatic lift that makes every sip feel intentional. After just an hour in the fridge, the water picks up a faint blush of color and a gentle fragrance that's light, clean, and endlessly drinkable. Every single ingredient here comes straight from the produce section, so there's nothing to second-guess — no additives, no animal-derived ingredients, just whole fruit and herbs doing their thing. It's the kind of drink that makes you actually want to reach for your water glass, whether you're hosting a brunch, winding down after a workout, or just trying to make a Tuesday feel a little more special.
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6 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- 1 medium orange, thinly sliced
- ½ medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly bruised
- 6 cups cold water
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Slice the lemon, orange, and cucumber into rounds about 1/4 inch thick. Place the mint leaves in your palm and clap once to bruise them lightly, releasing their oils.
- 2
Add the citrus slices, cucumber rounds, and bruised mint to a large pitcher. Pour in the cold water and stir gently to combine.
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