Soy Free Mint Citrus Infused Water
Bright, refreshing, and endlessly sippable, this infused water is the kind of thing that makes you actually want to drink more throughout the day. Fresh lemon and orange rounds bring a gentle citrus sweetness, while a handful of mint leaves adds that cool, clean finish that feels almost spa-like. The trick of pressing the mint just once or twice before adding the water is a small step that makes a real difference — you get the aromatic oils without any bitterness from torn leaves. Everything here is whole, natural, and completely unprocessed, so there's zero need to scan labels or second-guess what's in your glass. It's worth the patience of letting it chill for at least an hour, because that's when the flavors really bloom and the water takes on that faint golden blush from the citrus. Just keep in mind the eight-hour window — after that, the pith starts to turn things bitter, so pour and enjoy while it's at its best.
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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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