Pecan Free Vanilla Berry Infused Water
There is something quietly luxurious about a pitcher of fruit-infused water sitting in the fridge, and this one delivers far more flavor than it has any right to. Fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a natural sweetness and a gorgeous pale pink color, while a split vanilla bean adds a subtle, fragrant depth that makes every sip feel a little special. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small but smart move — it coaxes out their color and flavor without any extra effort. The longer it steeps, the more pronounced that soft vanilla and berry aroma becomes, so making it the night before is genuinely worth it. It's endlessly refreshing served over ice with a sprig of fresh mint, and the fruit and vanilla bean can stay in the pitcher all day for easy refills. Whether you're hosting a brunch, staying hydrated on a hot afternoon, or just want something more interesting than plain water, this is the kind of drink that quietly impresses everyone who tries it.
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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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