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    In the Kitch » Recipes » Vegetarian Recipes

    Updated: Jun 7, 2024 · Published: Mar 11, 2020 by Joss Dyckson · This post may contain affiliate links ·

    How to Make Fruit-Infused Water

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    Infused water in pitcher and glass with text overlay that says 'how to make fruit infused water'.

    Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be a bore. Give your water some pizazz with fruit infusion. I will show you, step by step, how to make fruit-infused water in a variety of combinations!

    Mixed berry infused water in pitcher.
    Jump to:
    • Why Infuse Your Water With Fruit?
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Joss' Tips
    • Water Infusion FAQs
    • ❤️More Fruity Recipes You Will Love
    • 📋Recipe

    Why Infuse Your Water With Fruit?

    For some people, drinking plain water tastes bland. Adding fresh berries, citrus, and herbs to your water will allow you to extract the natural flavors of the ingredients which makes it a great alternative to ordinary H2O. There are even pitchers and to-go cups designed specifically for infusing water.

    It's almost like drinking strawberry juice or pineapple juice but without the extra calories and with more of a subtle taste. You're simply enhancing the flavor of your water.

    Ingredients

    Empty pitcher, glass and fruit.
    • water - You can use regular drinking water although filtered or purified water will give you the best flavor.
    • fruit - Pick one of the fruit combinations below. Thoroughly wash the fruit before using.
    • sugar - This is totally optional. You can also use stevia for a sugar free sweetener or leave it out altogether.

    *Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

    Chef's Note: You can use frozen fruit, but I recommend fresh if you can. The frozen fruit will take longer to infuse and the appearance, once it thaws, will not be as aesthetic as the fresh fruit.

    + Pick a Fruit Combination

    Mixed berry infused water in pitcher and glass.

    Option 1: Mixed Berry Fruit-Infused Water

    • 1 cup blueberries
    • 1 cup raspberries
    • 1 cup strawberries, sliced
    Cucumber, pineapple and mint infused water in glass.

    Option 2: Pineapple, Mint and Cucumber-Infused Water

    • 1 cup pineapple chunks
    • ½ cucumber, sliced thinly
    • 1 bunch mint leaves
    Citrus fruit infused water in glass and pitcher.

    Option 3: Citrus-Infused Water

    • 1 orange, in wedges
    • 1 lemon, in wedges
    • 1 tangerine, in wedges
    • Optional: for this fruit-infused water, you can also add a bit of freshly squeezed orange and lemon juice, to taste.

    Instructions

    Ice and berries in pitcher.

    Step 1. Fill a big jar or glass pitcher with ice (leaving some room for the fruit). Add your favorite fruit combination from above.

    Water pouring into pitcher of fruit.

    Step 2. Fill the rest of the pitcher with water. Use a wooden spoon to gently stir the water and fruit together.

    Fruit infused water with sugar in pitcher.

    Step 3. Optional: Add sugar or stevia, to taste, and mix it well until dissolved. This is also great without any sugar added!

    Fruit infused water in glass pitcher.

    Step 4. Let it chill and infuse for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

    Fruit infused water in pitcher, pouring into glass.

    Step 5. Serve in glasses with more ice.

    Joss' Tips

    • Slicing or chopping the fruit will allow the fruit to release more flavor into the water quicker (small berries can be left whole or just cut in half).
    • Make sure the fruit is nice and ripe for best flavor!
    • You can actually refill the container with water 1-2 times using the same fruit before the flavors diminish.

    Water Infusion FAQs

    How long should you let fruit infuse in water?

    The fruit should infuse in the water for at least 1 hour or until you can taste the fruity flavors.

    How long does fruit infused water last?

    Your infused water can last up to 3 to 4 days, depending on the type of ingredients you’re using. However, if you plan on storing it longer than 24 hours, be sure to remove the fruit from the water. Removing the fruit will help prevent the fruit from decomposing and giving the water an unpleasant taste.

    What is the best fruit to put in water?

    Fruits with strong flavor, such as citrus fruit, work very well to infuse water, as do cucumbers and fresh herbs--like mint and rosemary.

    Citrus infused water in glass with ice.

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    Which of these 🍓fruit-infused water combinations did you try? If you tried this recipe tutorial for How to Make Fruit-Infused Water or any other recipe on my website, please leave a 🌟 star rating and let me know how it went in the 📝 comments below. And please share the recipe!

    📋Recipe

    Fruit infused water with berries in glass pitcher.

    How to Make Fruit-Infused Water

    Joss Dyckson
    Staying hydrated doesn’t have to be a bore. Give your water some pizazz with fruit infusion. I'm going to show you, step by step, how to make fruit-infused water in a variety of combinations.
    4.86 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Chill Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 8 cups
    Calories 24 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 8 cups water
    • ice
    • fruit - see combinations below
    • sugar - or stevia for sugar free--optional

    Fruit Combination 1: Mixed Berry

    • 1 cup blueberries
    • 1 cup raspberries
    • 1 cup strawberries - sliced

    Fruit Combination 2: Minty

    • 1 cup pineapple chunks
    • ½ cucumber - sliced thinly
    • 1 bunch mint leaves

    Fruit Combination 3: Citrus

    • 1 orange - in wedges
    • 1 lemon - in wedges
    • 1 tangerine - in wedges
    • fresh orange and/or lemon juice - to taste--optional

    Instructions
     

    • Fill a big jar or pitcher with ice (leaving some room for the fruit). Add your favorite fruit combination from above.
      Ice and berries in pitcher.
    • Fill the rest of the pitcher with water. Use a wooden spoon to gently stir the water and fruit together.
      Water pouring into pitcher of fruit.
    • Add sugar or stevia, to taste, and mix it well until dissolved. This is also great without any sugar added!
      Fruit infused water with sugar in pitcher.
    • Let it chill and infuse for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
      Fruit infused water in glass pitcher.
    • Serve with more ice.
      Fruit infused water in pitcher, pouring into glass.

    Equipment

    • Pitcher, Glass Jars or Infuser Water Bottle

    Notes

    • The nutrition information is provided for Fruit Combination 1: Mixed Berry, without the added sugar because it is optional.
    • You can remove the fruit from the water after 12 hours and within 24 hours to keep the beverage fresh for longer. Store in the fridge for up to 3 to 4 days.
    • Fruits with strong flavor, such as citrus fruit, work very well to infuse water, as do cucumbers and fresh herbs--like mint and rosemary. When the fruits are sliced before added to the water, they release their flavors quicker.
    • Slicing or chopping the fruit will allow the fruit to release more flavor into the water quicker (small berries can be left whole or just cut in half).
    • Make sure the fruit is nice and ripe for best flavor!
    • You can actually refill the container with water 1-2 times using the same fruit before the flavors diminish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 24kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 13mgPotassium: 64mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 14mgIron: 1mg

    Nutrition information on In the Kitch is provided as a courtesy and is an estimate only. It may not include toppings and/or sauces.

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    1. Vanessa says

      March 18, 2020 at 1:03 pm

      I love doing this in the summer. Thanks for some great new ideas!

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        March 18, 2020 at 1:06 pm

        No problem, enjoy! And thanks for the comment.

        Reply
    2. Colleen says

      March 17, 2020 at 8:39 pm

      I've always loved my plain water and drink a ton of it. But these infused waters seem like so fun and tasty. I'm excited to try some of these ideas!

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        March 18, 2020 at 10:44 am

        Thanks, hope you stay hydrated and enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Sabrina says

      March 17, 2020 at 8:21 pm

      This is a great tutorial and delicious ways to stay hydrated. My favourite is definitely the cucumber mint pineapple version, yum!

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        March 18, 2020 at 10:44 am

        Thank you Sabrina! The cucumber is a good one, very refreshing!

        Reply
    4. Kristen says

      March 17, 2020 at 4:19 pm

      I’m all about flavoured water because I’m one of those weird people that does not like water 😬.

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        March 17, 2020 at 4:23 pm

        And that's totally okay! lol. Even for me, as someone who likes water, I can get bored with it.

        Reply
    5. Laura says

      March 17, 2020 at 12:01 pm

      Great idea! Love the variations. It’s so hard to drink enough water throughout the day and infusing it definitely makes it easier😊

      Reply
      • Joss D says

        March 17, 2020 at 2:11 pm

        Thanks! Sometimes you need to jazz it up a little to drink enough, I agree. 🙂

        Reply

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