BHA & BHT Free Lime Mint Electrolyte Water
Staying hydrated just got a serious upgrade. This bright, citrusy drink delivers real electrolyte support through simple, whole-food ingredients — fresh lime juice, sea salt, and cream of tartar work together to replenish what your body actually needs without relying on any synthetic additives or preservatives. That matters a lot when you're avoiding BHA and BHT, since so many commercial sports drinks and flavored waters quietly sneak those preservatives into their formulas. Raw honey adds a gentle touch of sweetness if you want it, and a short mint steep gives the whole pitcher a clean, refreshing fragrance that feels genuinely spa-worthy. The process is as low-effort as it gets — squeeze, stir, steep, and serve. It keeps in the fridge for up to 24 hours, so you can make a batch ahead and have something far better than plain water waiting for you all day.
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4 servings
- 8 cups filtered water
- 3 limes, juiced (about ⅓ cup juice)
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, lightly packed
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp cream of tartar
- 1 tbsp raw honey (optional)
For serving
- ice, for serving (optional)
- lime slices, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Juice the limes into a large pitcher, catching any seeds. Add the fresh mint leaves.
- 2
Add the fine sea salt and cream of tartar to the pitcher, then pour in the filtered water and stir until the salt and cream of tartar are fully dissolved.
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