Healthy And Easy Fruit-Infused Water Recipe
Summertime is the perfect time to break out your fruit-infused water recipes! This drink is refreshing and hydrating, but it’s also a great way to add some extra nutrients and antioxidants to your diet. Plus, it’s super easy to make – all you need is some water, fresh fruit, and a pitcher or mason jar. So if you’re looking for a healthy new drink to enjoy in summer and all year round, be sure to give fruit-infused water a try!
Fruit-infused water combinations to try
Try these 31 fruit-infused water bottle ideas:
1. Cucumber, mint, and lime
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2. Strawberry, lemon, and basil
3. Peach, ginger, and mint
4. Watermelon, lime, and mint
5. Blueberry, lavender, and lemon
6. Cherry, orange, and rosemary
7. Grapefruit, thyme, and orange
8. Kiwi, lime, and mint
9. Pineapple, sage, and lemon
10. Raspberry, vanilla bean, and sage
11. Honeydew, cantaloupe, and mint
12. Blackberry, lemon verbena, and lavender
13. Cranberry, juniper berry, and rosemary
14. Fig, anise seed, and vanilla bean
15. Apricot, cinnamon stick, and clove
16. Apple, allspice, and ginger
17. Pear, cardamom, and star anise
18. Quince, vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick
19. Plum, black pepper, and anise seed
20. Grape, nutmeg, and vanilla bean
21. Mango, lime, and mint
22. Papaya, passion fruit, and mint
23. Guava, mint, and lime
24. Coconut water, lime, and mint
25. Blood orange, thyme, and lemon
26. Clementine, nutmeg, and vanilla bean
27. Satsuma, mandarin, and ginger
28. Kumquat, cloves, and cinnamon stick
29. Meyer lemon, rosemary, and lavender
30. Pomelo, mint, and lime
31. Orange, fennel seed, and anise seed
How to make fruit-infused water
- Wash and dry your fruit and veg if using fresh produce.
- Use 3 slices of fruit and veg per glass of water and add ice if not already chilled.
- Use any of the combinations above, or feel free to use your own version. Freezing fruit and veg is a great way to have fruit-infused water all year round.
Tips for easy flavoured water ideas
1. Use a ratio of 1 cup of fruit to 2-3 cups of water.
2. Slice or chop the fruit into small pieces to release more flavour.
3. If using herbs, bruise them slightly with your hands before adding them to the water.
4. Let the fruit and water sit for at least 30 minutes before drinking.
5. For a stronger flavour, infuse the water overnight in the fridge.
6. If using citrus fruits, be sure to remove any seeds before adding them to the water.
7. Drink your fruit-infused water for the best flavour within 2-3 days.
Fresh or frozen fruit for fruit-infused water?
Both fresh and frozen fruit can be used to make fruit-infused water, but fresh fruit will generally result in a more flavourful drink. If using frozen fruit, let it thaw for a few minutes before adding it to the water to help release its flavour.
Both fresh and frozen fruit can be used to make fruit-infused water, but fresh fruit will generally result in a more flavourful drink. If using frozen fruit, let it thaw for a few minutes before adding it to the water to help release its flavour.
Try my Hibiscus drink made from dried hibiscus flowers as an alternative.
What type of water should I use for fruit-infused water?
You can use any type of water for fruit-infused water, but filtered or distilled water will result in the clearest flavour. If using tap water, be sure to let it sit for a few hours first to allow the chlorine to evaporate. This will help to ensure that your fruit-infused water has the best flavour possible.
Do I need to add sweetener to my fruit-infused water?
No, you don’t need to add sweetener to your fruit-infused water unless you want to. The natural sugars in the fruit will provide enough sweetness for most people. However, if you have a sweet tooth or are trying to cut down on sugar, you can add a small amount of honey, agave nectar, or stevia to taste.
Can I make fruit-infused water ahead of time?
Yes, you can make fruit-infused water ahead of time. In fact, it’s often best to make it in advance so that cut down on sugar. You can add a small amount of honey, agave nectar, or stevia to taste.
Healthy And Easy Fruit-Infused Water Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 500 ml Water (or enough to fill your glass)
Choose a combination
- Cucumber, mint, and lime
- Strawberry, lemon, and basil
- Peach, ginger, and mint
- Watermelon, lime, and mint
- Blueberry, lavender, and lemon
- Cherry, orange, and rosemary
- Grapefruit, thyme, and orange
- Kiwi, lime, and mint
- Pineapple, sage, and lemon
- Raspberry, vanilla bean, and sage
- Honeydew, cantaloupe, and mint
- Blackberry, lemon verbena, and lavender
- Cranberry, juniper berry, and rosemary
- Fig, anise seed, and vanilla bean
- Apricot, cinnamon stick, and clove
- Apple, allspice, and ginger
- Pear, cardamom, and star anise
- Quince, vanilla bean, and cinnamon stick
- Plum, black pepper, and anise seed
- Grape, nutmeg, and vanilla bean
- Mango, lime, and mint
- Papaya, passion fruit, and mint
- Guava, mint, and lime
- Coconut water, lime, and mint
- Blood orange, thyme, and lemon
- Clementine, nutmeg, and vanilla bean
- Satsuma, mandarin, and ginger
- Kumquat, cloves, and cinnamon stick
- Lemon, rosemary, and lavender
- Pomelo, mint, and lime
- Orange, fennel seed, and anise seed
Instructions
- Wash and dry your fruit and veg if using fresh produce.
- Use 3 slices of fruit and veg per glass of water and add ice if not already chilled.
- Use any of the combinations above or feel free to use your own version. Freezing fruit and veg is a great way to have fruit infused water all year round.