High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Lemon-Basil Cucumber Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when your water tastes this bright and refreshing. Thin rounds of lemon and cucumber mingle with torn basil leaves in cold filtered water, creating a drink that feels spa-worthy but takes almost no effort to put together. Many flavored waters and drinks on store shelves sneak in sweeteners you didn't ask for, so making your own is the cleanest way to know exactly what's in your glass. A short steep in the fridge — anywhere from one to four hours — lets the citrus, cucumber, and herb flavors bloom naturally without any added syrups or concentrates. The longer you let it sit, the more fragrant and flavorful it becomes, so it's easy to tailor to your taste. Pour it straight from the pitcher over ice and it looks genuinely beautiful on a table, whether you're serving guests or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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4 servings
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh basil leaves, lightly torn
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon slices, cucumber slices, and torn basil leaves to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and herbs, pressing the ingredients down gently so they are submerged.
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