MSG 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 luxurious for something so simple. The orange slices are gently pressed — not squeezed — so you get a delicate, natural sweetness rather than anything sharp or overpowering. A split vanilla bean does the rest of the heavy lifting, slowly releasing its floral, creamy aroma as everything steeps together in the fridge. The longer it sits, the more that faint golden hue deepens and the fragrance builds, making it genuinely rewarding to prep ahead. For anyone avoiding flavor enhancers and additives, this is about as clean as a drink can get — just fruit, a whole spice, and cold filtered water. It's the kind of thing you'd find at a spa, except you made it at home with three ingredients.
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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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