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Fruit Infused Water

Published: Aug 13, 2020 ยท Modified: Oct 7, 2022 by Iosune Robles ยท This post may contain affiliate links

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Fruit-infused water, a refreshing and delicious way of staying hydrated. It's easy to prepare and ready in 5 minutes with 4 ingredients!

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Fruit-infused water is a great option if you want to increase your water intake. Sometimes, drinking plain water can be a little hard, so I like to add some fruits to give it some flavor and so it's easier for me to stay hydrated while enjoying a delicious beverage.

This drink is actually so healthy, as it's made with only water and some fruits, so it's the best substitute for soda or other artificially sweetened drinks, such as store-bought juice.

Besides, it's a super refreshing drink and it feels so good when you drink it on a hot summer day. I like to add some ice cubes to it to make it even more refreshing and it's perfect to serve when you have guests!

Fruit-infused water, a delicious and healthy drink made with only 4 easy-to-find ingredients in just 5 minutes. You can use the leftover fruits to prepare other recipes like smoothies!

How to make fruit-infused water - Step by step

Step-by-step photos of how to make fruit infused water
  • Place the sliced fruits and the mint leaves in a glass jar (photo 1).
  • Pour the water (photo 2) and refrigerate for at least 1 or 2 hours or overnight.
  • Drink your fruit-infused water cold.

Pro tips

  • Feel free to customize this fruit-infused water recipe with any fruits you have on hand, such as lemon, lime (or another citrus), blueberry, raspberry, pineapple, apple, or even grapefruit. Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients!
  • You can either use tap water or filtered water.
  • Although I prefer to use fresh fruits on a daily basis, frozen fruit will also work great, especially during summer, as it will make your water even more refreshing.
  • Add some ice cubes if you want to enjoy your water immediately.
  • You could also add other spices like cinnamon sticks or ginger, herbs like rosemary, lavender, basil or cilantro, or even vegetables like cucumber.
  • If you can, I suggest you use organic fruit so it is free from pesticides and chemicals.
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Fruit-infused water benefits

This fruit-infused water recipe is simply a wonderful and colorful way of staying hydrated, especially in summer. If you also eat the fruits, it'll become a high-in-fiber and nourishing vegan drink!

You can drink fruit-infused water just like regular water, with your meals, or while doing sport. To do so, just grab your infusion water bottle and go!

It's a great substitute for soda or artificially sweetened fruit juices because it's totally sugar-free and super healthy.

How long does fruit-infused water last?

It's important to keep it in a sealed jar or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 or 2 days. That way the water will maintain its fruity flavor and it will keep its properties.

What to do with the fruit-infused water's leftover fruit

You can use it to prepare plenty of different recipes! Feel free to add it to your vegan oatmeal or even prepare a green smoothie with it. Another option is to blend and use it as a natural sweetener on recipes like vegan brownies or anything you can think of!

Looking for more vegan drinks?

  • White Sangria
  • Vegan Milkshake
  • Banana Milk
  • Sangria
  • Watermelon Smoothie
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5 from 13 votes

Fruit Infused Water

Fruit-infused water, a refreshing and delicious way of staying hydrated. It's easy to prepare and ready in 5 minutes with 4 ingredients!
Prep: 5 minutes mins
Total: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 4 cups (1 liter)
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Ingredients 
 

  • 1 orange, sliced
  • 6 strawberries, sliced
  • 10 mint leaves
  • 4 cups water
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Instructions 

  • Place the sliced fruits and the mint leaves in a glass jar.
  • Pour the water and refrigerate for at least 1 or 2 hours or overnight. The longer it sits, the more flavorful the water will be.
  • Serve or keep it in a sealed mason jar or an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 or 2 days.

Notes

  • Feel free to customize this fruit-infused water recipe with any fruits you have on hand, such as lemon, lime (or another citrus), blueberry, raspberry, pineapple, apple, or even grapefruit. Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients!
  • You can either use tap water or filtered water.
  • Although I prefer to use fresh fruits on a daily basis, frozen fruit will also work great, especially during summer, as it will make your water even more refreshing.
  • Add some ice cubes if you want to enjoy your water immediately.
  • You could also add other spices like cinnamon sticks or ginger, herbs like rosemary, lavender, basil or cilantro, or even vegetables like cucumber.
  • If you can, I suggest you use organic fruit so it is free from pesticides and chemicals.
  • Nutritional information: this recipe contains little or no calories. The water may contain some of the water-soluble vitamins of the fruit.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cup (250 ml) | Calories: 1kcal
Tried this recipe?Leave a comment below and let me know how it was!
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Author: Iosune Robles

Update Notes: This post was originally published in April of 2015, but was republished with new photos, step-by-step instructions, and tips in February of 2022.

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Comments

  1. Siddhant says

    May 21, 2024 at 9:48 pm

    Hi I was wondering can I add honey to this for some sweetness? Should I start with warm water to dissolve it first before adding fruits?

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      June 03, 2024 at 3:19 pm

      Hi Siddhant! I haven't tried it myself, sorry!

      Reply
  2. Jason says

    September 26, 2023 at 12:58 pm

    is a refreshing and health-conscious beverage option that elevates hydration. This simple yet ingenious concept enhances plain water with the natural flavors of fruits and herbs, making it more enjoyable and enticing. Collaborating with Drink Borgs (https://www.drinkborgs.com/) underscores the importance of such innovations in the world of beverages, promoting both wellness and taste.

    Reply
  3. Barbara says

    January 15, 2023 at 3:46 pm

    5 stars
    Thank you for this lovely idea. Recently been struggling with electrolyte imbalance and I was searching for how to help balance them... This is exactly what I needed.. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      January 16, 2023 at 4:59 pm

      Hi Barbara! You're so welcome ๐Ÿ™‚ I'm glad you found it!

      Reply
  4. Mercie says

    August 16, 2022 at 10:48 pm

    Hi, I was wondering if this had to be made in a glass container, like does it change it's taste or anything? I have a plastic water dispenser. Also is there a way to keep the fruit from browning? I'm allergic to lemons and limes so I can't do that. Thanks for the recipe though! Sounds great

    Reply
  5. Pat says

    May 26, 2021 at 3:59 am

    5 stars
    Great recipe and profile pic as well :o)

    Reply
    • Iosune Robles says

      May 26, 2021 at 2:15 pm

      Thank you so much! Have a nice day ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
    • Iosune Robles says

      May 26, 2021 at 2:20 pm

      Hi! Thank you so much Pat ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  6. AYKUT YILDIZ says

    May 02, 2019 at 10:23 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipes. It looks gorgeous. I like cucumber, lemon and mint mix. It is perfect liver detoxifier.

    Reply
    • Iosune says

      May 03, 2019 at 8:31 am

      Hi Aykut! Thanks a lot ๐Ÿ™‚ Have a nice day!

      Reply
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