Mushroom 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 for something so simple. The orange slices are gently pressed rather than squeezed, which coaxes out just enough juice to tint the water a faint golden hue without turning it bitter. The split vanilla bean does the rest of the work slowly in the fridge, perfuming the whole pitcher with a soft, floral sweetness. After an hour or so, what you have is a drink that looks beautiful on a table and tastes like something you'd pay too much for at a spa. It's the kind of recipe that requires almost no effort but earns a lot of compliments. Serve it straight from the pitcher over ice and let the orange rounds and vanilla bean keep infusing as you pour — the flavor only gets better 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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