Mushroom Free Mint Citrus Infused Water
Bright, refreshing, and endlessly sippable, this infused water is the kind of drink that makes plain hydration feel like a genuine treat. Thin rounds of lemon and orange slowly release their juice into cold water, while a handful of fresh mint leaves add a cool, aromatic lift that makes every glass feel a little fancy. The trick of gently pressing the mint — just enough to coax out the oils without tearing the leaves — keeps the flavor clean and bright rather than grassy or overpowering. After an hour in the fridge, the water takes on a soft citrus blush and a subtle fragrance that's genuinely hard to resist. It's naturally free of anything funky, built entirely from whole fruit, fresh herbs, and water, so there's zero label-reading required. Just remember to discard the fruit and mint after eight hours to keep the flavor at its best and avoid any bitterness from the citrus pith. Perfect for a summer gathering, a weekday reset, or simply making your water bottle situation a lot more exciting.
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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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