Ginger 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. Many flavored waters and wellness drinks sneak in ginger — whether as a "digestive aid" or a trendy add-in — so having a recipe that's completely free of it is genuinely refreshing. Here, thinly sliced navel orange and a split vanilla bean do all the heavy lifting, slowly releasing their flavors into cold filtered water over the course of an hour or more. The gentle pressing technique coaxes just enough juice from the orange to tint the water a soft golden hue without turning it bitter. After a few hours in the fridge, what you get is subtly fragrant, lightly sweet, and far more interesting than plain water. It looks stunning 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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