20 Infused Water Recipes That Make Reaching Your Daily Hydration Goals Incredibly Easy
20 Infused Water Recipes That Make Reaching Your Daily Hydration Goals Incredibly Easy
Give Your Water a Little Extra Flavor
Drinking enough water throughout the day can be challenging, especially when plain water doesn't sound particularly appealing. Infused water offers a simple way to add fresh flavor using fruits, vegetables, herbs, and other natural ingredients without relying on sugary drinks. Whether you prefer something citrusy, refreshing, or slightly sweet, these 20 infused water recipes will help you find new combinations to enjoy while making hydration a little more exciting.
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1. Lemon and Mint Water
Mixing lemon and mint into water is always a good idea. You can make this any time you want a light-tasting citrus water. Let everything infuse in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, then gently crush a few mint leaves to release more of their aroma before serving.
2. Strawberry and Basil Water
This is a good way to sweeten your water. You won't have the taste of sugar, but it will definitely taste better than plain water. Refrigerate the mixture for one to two hours, allowing the strawberry flavor to develop without adding sugar.
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3. Cucumber and Lime Water
If you prefer your flavored water not to taste fruity, cucumber and lime are a good combo to try out. Add six thin cucumber slices and half a sliced lime to four cups of cold water, then refrigerate for about 30 minutes. The cucumber keeps the flavor mild, while the lime provides enough tartness to make each glass feel refreshing.
4. Orange and Blueberry Water
You can never go wrong with an orange. Sliced oranges and a few blueberries in your water will give you a flavorful and great-tasting drink. Lightly press a few blueberries with a spoon before adding them if you'd like a stronger berry flavor, and leave the pitcher in the refrigerator for one to two hours.
5. Watermelon and Rosemary Water
Add a little bit of sweetness to your infused water with watermelon and rosemary. Cut up one cup of seedless watermelon cubes and add one rosemary sprig to four cups of water. Allow the mixture to chill for about an hour, removing the rosemary sooner if its flavor becomes too strong for your liking.
6. Pineapple and Coconut Water
Another fruit that adds great flavor to your water is pineapple. Take about half a cup of fresh pineapple and let it sit in four cups of water in the fridge for one to two hours. For a variation, replace some or all of the plain water with unsweetened coconut water, keeping in mind that coconut water contains calories and naturally occurring sugars.
7. Apple and Cinnamon Water
When you're sick of citrus-flavored waters, you can mix apple and cinnamon into your water to achieve that same great flavor. Take half an apple, slice it up along with one cinnamon stick, and put them in four cups of water. Refrigerate for two to four hours to allow the flavors to develop, and remove the cinnamon stick when the water reaches your preferred intensity.
8. Raspberry and Lemon Water
Try mixing raspberries with lemon if you're looking for another type of fruit-flavored water. Add half a cup of raspberries and three lemon slices to four cups of water. After about an hour in the refrigerator, you'll have a colorful infusion with a fruity flavor that doesn't require added sweeteners.
9. Peach and Ginger Water
Similar to apple, you can use peaches to sweeten your water. Take half a peach, slice it up, and add it to four cups of water with two to three thin slices of ginger. Let the mixture chill for one to two hours, tasting it occasionally so the ginger doesn't overpower the softer peach flavor.
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10. Grapefruit and Rosemary Water
If you like citrus, you can't go wrong with grapefruit! Use about three thin slices of grapefruit and one sprig of rosemary, and add them to four cups of water. Grapefruit can interact with certain medications, so check with your pharmacist or health care professional before drinking it regularly if you take prescription medication.
11. Kiwi and Strawberry Water
Take one kiwi, peel it, and slice it. Mix it with three to four strawberries, each cut in half, and put them in four cups of water. Leave the mixture in the fridge for about one hour and enjoy. Drink it while you can still see the fruit's color in the water.
12. Blueberry and Mint Water
Blueberry and mint will make a nice flavor combination when mixed together in water. Add half a cup of blueberries and about five to six mint leaves to your water and allow it to sit for 30 minutes to one hour. After 30 minutes to an hour, the water should have a subtle berry taste with a fresh mint finish.
13. Pear and Ginger Water
Pear has a delicate sweetness that pairs well with ginger's slightly spicy character, making this infusion a good option when you want a gentler alternative to citrus water. Thinly slice half a ripe pear and add two slices of fresh ginger to four cups of water. Refrigerate for one to two hours, then remove the ginger if you'd prefer the pear to remain the main flavor.
14. Mango and Lime Water
Mango brings a soft, fruity sweetness to water, while lime keeps the flavor bright and slightly tart. Add half a cup of ripe mango cubes and three slices of lime to four cups of cold water, then refrigerate for one to two hours. Because ripe mango can be quite flavorful, start with a smaller amount and adjust the fruit-to-water ratio according to your preferences.
15. Pomegranate and Orange Water
Try combining pomegranate with sliced orange and water to get a flavorful drink. Add about two tablespoons of pomegranate seeds and half a sliced orange to four cups of water. Refrigerate for one to two hours and mash a few of the pomegranate seeds for more flavor and color.
16. Lemon and Ginger Water
Just another citrus recipe that can be mixed with your water. Take three lemon slices and three thin slices of ginger (peel the ginger first) and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Allow the water to chill longer if you like stronger flavors, and remove the ginger if it gets too strong.
17. Blackberry and Sage Water
When you want to add flavor to your water without making it taste too strong, you can mix blackberries and sage. Try half a cup of blackberries and about two to three sage leaves in four cups of water. Allow the mixture to infuse for about an hour, tasting it before adding more sage because its flavor can become quite pronounced.
18. Cantaloupe and Mint Water
Slice one cup of melon into cubes and mix it with four to five mint leaves and four cups of water. Allow it to sit in the fridge for about an hour. The resulting infusion is light and fruity, making it a nice choice when you want a break from sharper citrus flavors.
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19. Cherry and Lime Water
Cherries give water a gentle fruitiness, and lime adds a tart finish that keeps the drink from tasting too sweet. Remove the pits from half a cup of fresh cherries, cut the cherries in half, and combine them with three lime slices in four cups of water. Refrigerate for one to two hours, lightly pressing a few cherry halves to release more flavor if desired.
20. Lemon, Cucumber, and Mint Water
When you can't decide which infusion to make, this classic combination brings together three ingredients that complement one another beautifully. Add four cucumber slices, three lemon slices, and five mint leaves to four cups of cold water, then let everything infuse in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Make a pitcher in the morning, keep it chilled, and refill your glass throughout the day whenever you need a refreshing drink.
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