Ginger Free Vanilla Berry Infused Water
Staying away from ginger doesn't mean sacrificing flavor, and this infused water is proof that a drink can feel genuinely special without a single spice in sight. Ripe strawberries and blueberries bring natural sweetness and a gorgeous pale pink color, while a split vanilla bean adds a soft, fragrant depth that makes every sip feel a little luxurious. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small step that makes a real difference, coaxing out more color and flavor as everything steeps together. A long, slow chill in the fridge — anywhere from two to eight hours — lets the fruit and vanilla do their thing without any effort on your part. The result is a pitcher of water that looks stunning on a table and tastes far more interesting than plain hydration has any right to. A handful of ice and a fresh mint sprig at serving time make it feel like something you'd order at a nice brunch spot, made entirely at home.
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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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