There is something quietly refreshing about a glass of cold lemon water done right, and the pinch of fine sea salt here is what takes it from basic to genuinely craveable. The salt rounds out the tartness of the fresh lemon juice and gives the whole drink a subtle mineral depth that plain lemon water just doesn't have. It comes together in minutes with only three real ingredients, making it one of the easiest things you can pour for yourself on a warm afternoon or first thing in the morning. For anyone navigating grain sensitivities, a drink this simple is a breath of fresh air — no labels to scrutinize, no hidden additives to worry about. Just cold water, a freshly squeezed lemon, and a pinch of sea salt stirred until smooth. Serve it over ice if you want that extra chill, or skip the cubes and enjoy it as-is.
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Juice the lemon using a citrus juicer, yielding about 2 tablespoons of juice. Discard any seeds.
Pour the cold water into a glass. Add the lemon juice and a pinch of fine sea salt, then stir until the salt is fully dissolved.
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