Honey Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla make for an unexpectedly elegant combination, and this infused water delivers both in a way that feels almost indulgent without any added sweeteners. Every ingredient here is completely straightforward — fresh orange rounds, a single split vanilla bean, and cold filtered water — so there's nothing hidden to second-guess. A gentle press of the orange slices against the pitcher coaxes out just enough juice to tint the water a faint golden hue, while the vanilla bean slowly perfumes the whole batch with a soft, floral warmth. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more the flavors deepen, making it just as satisfying after a full eight hours as it is after the first. Serve it straight from the pitcher over ice and let the fruit and bean keep working their magic as you pour glass after glass. It's the kind of drink that makes plain water feel like something worth savoring.
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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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