Barley Free Mint Citrus Infused Water
Bright lemon, sweet orange, and cool mint come together in a pitcher of infused water that feels genuinely refreshing — the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a treat. The citrus slices slowly release their natural oils and color into the water, giving it a faint golden hue and a clean, lightly sweet flavor without any added sugar or syrup. Gently pressing the mint leaves before pouring in the water is the small trick that makes a big difference, coaxing out the aromatic oils so every glass carries that unmistakable cool herbal note. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of grain-based additives, so there's no label-reading anxiety — just whole fruit, fresh herbs, and water. It's worth noting the eight-hour window for the fruit and mint, since leaving citrus pith to steep too long can tip the flavor from bright to bitter. Make a pitcher in the morning and you'll have something beautiful to sip all day long.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold water
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced into rounds
- ½ medium orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- 1
Add the lemon rounds, orange rounds, and mint leaves to a large pitcher. Gently press the mint leaves once or twice with a spoon to release their oils without tearing them.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the fruit and mint, then add the ice cubes.
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