Sesame Free Vanilla Berry Infused Water
There is something quietly luxurious about a pitcher of fruit-infused water sitting in the fridge, and this version delivers a flavor combination that feels genuinely special. Fresh strawberries and blueberries bring a soft, natural sweetness, while a split vanilla bean adds a warm, floral depth that makes every sip feel a little more elevated than plain water. Lightly pressing the blueberries before adding them to the pitcher is a small but smart move — it coaxes out their deep color and flavor without any extra effort. The longer it chills, the more beautiful and fragrant it becomes, so making it ahead is actually encouraged. Serve it over ice with a sprig of fresh mint for a drink that looks as good as it tastes. It's the kind of thing you'd find at a spa or a summer brunch, and it genuinely couldn't be simpler to pull off 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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