Coconut 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 get a gentle press against the pitcher wall to coax out just enough juice, while the split vanilla bean slowly perfumes the water with a soft, floral depth that feels almost luxurious. After a few hours in the fridge, the water turns faintly golden and smells absolutely incredible before you even take a sip. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like something you'd order at a spa. With just three real ingredients and zero additives, there's nothing hidden here — no mystery flavoring, no sweeteners, and nothing derived from tropical oils that can sneak into store-bought flavored waters. Serve it straight from the pitcher over ice and let the orange rounds and vanilla bean keep doing their thing as the day goes on.
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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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