Brazil Nut Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla might sound like a dessert combination, but together they make one of the most refreshing drinks you can pour on a hot afternoon. The orange slices are gently pressed just enough to coax out a little juice, letting the flavor build slowly rather than turning sharp or bitter. A split vanilla bean does the quiet work of adding a soft, floral depth that makes this feel far more special than plain water. After a few hours in the fridge, the water turns faintly golden and smells absolutely incredible — the kind of thing that makes guests ask what you're drinking. It's naturally free from anything processed, with every bit of flavor coming straight from whole fruit and a single spice pod. Serve it over ice straight from the pitcher and let the orange rounds and vanilla bean keep infusing as you pour, so the last glass tastes just as good as the first.
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4 servings
- 1 medium navel orange, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
- 8 cups cold filtered water
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the orange slices in a large pitcher in a single overlapping layer.
- 2
Use the back of a spoon to gently press the orange slices against the side of the pitcher once or twice, just enough to release a little juice without squeezing them fully.
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