Citric Acid Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla make for an unexpectedly elegant combination, and this infused water delivers both in the most effortless way. The trick here is a gentle press of the orange slices rather than a full squeeze, which coaxes out just enough natural sweetness and flavor without releasing the bitter compounds that can sometimes come with over-muddled citrus. Splitting the vanilla bean and letting it steep low and slow in cold water draws out that soft, floral warmth that makes every sip feel a little luxurious. For anyone avoiding added citric acid — which shows up in a surprising number of flavored waters, sodas, and drink mixes as a preservative — this pitcher is a genuinely satisfying alternative with zero label-reading required. After an hour in the fridge the water turns faintly golden and smells absolutely gorgeous, and it only gets better the longer it sits. Serve it straight from the pitcher over ice and let the orange rounds and vanilla bean keep doing their thing for refills throughout the day.
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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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