Nutmeg Free Orange Vanilla Infused Water
Bright citrus and warm vanilla come together in a drink that feels genuinely special without any effort at all. The orange slices are gently pressed just enough to coax out a little juice, letting the flavor seep slowly into the water rather than turning it bitter. The split vanilla bean does the rest, lending a soft, floral depth that makes every sip feel a little more luxurious than plain water has any right to be. After an hour in the fridge the water turns faintly golden and smells incredible — after eight hours it's even better, so it rewards patience if you have it. This is the kind of thing you make on a Sunday afternoon and then feel quietly proud of when guests ask what they're drinking. It's naturally free of any warming spices, so the flavor stays clean, delicate, and completely refreshing from the first glass to the last.
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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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