Carrageenan Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla might sound like a dessert combination, but together they transform a simple pitcher of water into something genuinely refreshing and a little special. Many flavored waters and drinks on store shelves rely on additives and stabilizers — including carrageenan — to achieve that smooth, appealing texture, which makes this homemade version such a smart swap. Here, the flavor comes entirely from real ingredients: fresh navel orange rounds and a split vanilla bean slowly releasing their natural oils and fragrance into cold filtered water. A gentle press of the orange slices against the pitcher wall coaxes out just enough juice to tint the water a soft golden hue without making it bitter or pulpy. After an hour or so in the fridge, the result is subtly fragrant, lightly sweet, and endlessly drinkable. It looks beautiful served straight from the pitcher with the fruit and bean still floating inside, making it just as fitting for a dinner party as it is for everyday hydration.
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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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