Cinnamon Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla make for an unexpectedly elegant combination in a glass, and this infused water delivers both without any fuss. The orange slices release just enough juice to tint the water a faint golden hue, while the split vanilla bean slowly perfumes the whole pitcher with a soft, floral sweetness. It's the kind of drink that feels like something you'd order at a spa, but it comes together with three ingredients and a little patience in the fridge. For anyone navigating spice sensitivities, this is a genuinely satisfying option — no blends, no extracts, no hidden seasonings to second-guess. Letting it steep for a full eight hours gives you the deepest flavor, but even an hour in the refrigerator produces something noticeably more interesting than plain water. Serve it straight from the pitcher with ice and let the orange rounds and vanilla bean keep doing their work as the day goes on.
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Learn more →Ingredients
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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