Capsaicin Free Vanilla Berry Infused Water
Staying away from anything spicy or heat-forward doesn't mean your drinks have to be boring, and this infused water is proof of that. Fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a gentle, natural sweetness, while a split vanilla bean adds a subtle floral warmth that makes every sip feel a little luxurious. The trick of lightly pressing a few blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a real difference — you get that beautiful pale pink color and a deeper berry flavor without any added sugars or syrups. After a few hours in the fridge, the water transforms into something that looks and tastes far more special than it has any right to be. It's the kind of drink you'd set out at a brunch or a summer gathering and watch people reach for again and again. The vanilla bean and fruit stay right in the pitcher, so you can keep refilling glasses all day long without any extra effort.
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4 servings
- 8 cups cold filtered water
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- ½ cup fresh blueberries
- 1 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
For serving
- 1 cup ice cubes, for serving
- 4 fresh mint sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Hull and slice the strawberries into halves or thirds. Lightly press a few of the blueberries with the back of a spoon to break the skin — this helps release their color and flavor into the water.
- 2
Place the split vanilla bean, strawberries, and blueberries into a large pitcher. Pour the cold filtered water over the fruit.
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