Chicken Free Vanilla Berry Infused Water
This infused water is the kind of drink that makes a plain glass feel like a spa moment. Fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a gentle sweetness and a gorgeous pale pink color, while a split vanilla bean adds a soft, floral warmth that you just can't get from a flavored powder or syrup. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a real difference, coaxing out their deep color and flavor without any fuss. The longer it sits in the fridge, the more fragrant and layered it becomes — up to eight hours if you want a really pronounced infusion. It's naturally free of anything animal-derived, making it an effortless fit for anyone avoiding meat-based ingredients without having to read a single label. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint and it looks stunning on a table, whether you're hosting brunch or just treating yourself on a Tuesday.
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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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