BHA & BHT Free Lemon Ginger Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when your water tastes this bright and refreshing. Thin rounds of fresh lemon and slivered ginger steep overnight in cold filtered water, releasing a clean, zingy flavor that makes you actually want to reach for your glass. The optional mint leaves add a cool, herbal note that takes the whole thing to another level. What makes this recipe such a smart choice is how completely transparent it is — every ingredient is whole and unprocessed, so there's no guessing what's actually in your drink. So many flavored waters and bottled beverages rely on preservatives and synthetic additives to extend shelf life, but this pitcher needs none of that. A slow overnight infusion in the fridge does all the work, and the result is genuinely delicious. It's the kind of simple, feel-good ritual that's easy to make a daily habit.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 large lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 oz fresh ginger (about a 2-inch piece), peeled and thinly sliced
- 4–6 fresh mint leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the lemon into thin rounds, about 1/4 inch thick, and peel and thinly slice the ginger.
- 2
Add the lemon slices and ginger to a large pitcher or mason jar. Add the mint leaves, if using.
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