Paleo Orange Cinnamon Infused Water
Staying hydrated doesn't have to mean plain water, and this citrus-spiced pitcher is proof that simple ingredients can feel genuinely special. Fresh orange rounds and a single cinnamon stick do all the heavy lifting, slowly releasing their natural oils and warmth into cold filtered water until it turns a gorgeous pale amber-gold. There's no sweetener, no extract, and no processed anything — just whole fruit and a pantry spice that happen to be completely in line with ancestral eating principles. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more fragrant and flavorful it gets, though pulling the cinnamon stick after a few hours keeps the spice from going too bold. It's an effortless way to make drinking water feel like a treat, whether you're serving it at a weekend brunch or just trying to hit your daily hydration goals. Pour it over ice on a warm afternoon and it genuinely rivals anything you'd find at a spa.
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4 servings
- 1 medium navel orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the orange slices and cinnamon stick to a large pitcher.
- 2
Pour the cold water over the orange and cinnamon, then stir gently to submerge the fruit.
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