BHA & BHT Free Mint Citrus Infused Water
Staying hydrated gets a serious upgrade when your water tastes this bright and refreshing. Sliced lemon and orange bring a gentle citrus sweetness, while fresh mint adds a cool, aromatic lift that makes every sip feel intentional. The trick of pressing the mint leaves just once or twice — enough to coax out the oils without bruising them — makes a real difference in the final flavor. Many flavored waters and packaged drinks rely on synthetic preservatives to extend shelf life, so making your own from whole fruit and herbs means you know exactly what's going in the pitcher. After an hour in the fridge, the water takes on a soft golden hue and a fragrance that's subtle but genuinely lovely. It's the kind of thing that looks effortlessly put-together on a table, whether you're hosting or just treating yourself on a weekday afternoon.
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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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